The Injury Prevention Division endeavors to reduce death and disability from intentional and unintentional injury through coordination and implementation of health promotion and education programs and special events.

Injury is the leading cause of death in Alabama for citizens ages 1-34 years of age. Injuries occur in highly predictable patterns with recognizable risk factors among identifiable populations. Injuries are a preventable health problem. They are not accidents. There are two types of injuries:  unintentional and intentional.

In response to this public health problem, a diverse advisory council was formed and a prevention plan was published. Learn more about the Injury Advisory Council.

Injury in Alabama:  A Focus on Prevention 

Emergency Phone Numbers

In cases of a fire or when in need of an ambulance or the police, call 911 or your local emergency number.

Alabama Coalition Against Rape Hotline	1-800-725-RAPE
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline	1-800-656-HOPE
Alabama Poison Center	1-800-462-0800
Suicide Hotline	1-800-SUICIDE
Alabama State Fire Marshal	334-241-4166