February 26, 2020

Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect – Education to Empower Providers Coming Early April

Join the Ohio AAP for a training on preventing abuse through sentinel injuries on April 6 at Ohio AAP’s offices. In one afternoon, experts will provide evidence-based education and resources to improve your ability to recognize and prevent further injuries. This education is FREE for all Ohio Physicians, Social Workers, Advocates and Parents and will provide 3 hours of CME credit. Additional Training dates and topics to be announced soon. Register today at: http://ohioaap.org/CANRegional

  • Nearly 1 in 3 abused children has been seen previously by a medical provider with an injury that was not recognized as abuse.
  • These injuries, known as “sentinel injuries”, are often minor – an isolated bruise or a small lesion to the mouth, for example.
  • Because they often appear so seemingly minor, however, these sentinel injuries may not be recognized as abuse.

For more information or questions, please contact Olivia Simon at osimon@ohioaap.org or 614-846-6258.


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