Evidence base
This section provides links and a brief summary of a robust evidence base. For example, peer-reviewd studies, systematic revies, evaluations of interventions and best practice guidelines from national sources.
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BMJ Open |
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Health impacts of the Sure Start programme on disadvantaged children in the UK https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/2/e089983 |
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This systematic review evaluates the impact of Sure Start on child health outcomes, including injury prevention. It found that integrated early intervention programmes can reduce hospital admissions and improve safety among vulnerable adolescents. |
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Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT) |
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Child Safety Week Campaign Toolkit Homepage | Injury Prevention |
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CAPT’s national campaign includes resources for engaging adolescents and families in injury prevention. It highlights the importance of tailored messaging and community involvement to reduce risk-taking behaviours. |
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BMJ Open Quality |
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Title incl. web link |
Implementation of the bedside paediatric early warning system: a quality improvement initiative |
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This study shows how structured monitoring systems like PEWS can reduce adverse events in paediatric care, including injury-related admissions. It supports proactive identification of risks in young children. https://bmjopenquality.bmj.com/content/14/2/e002454 |
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Public Health England (now OHID) |
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Reducing Unintentional Injuries in and Around the Home Among Children Under 5 Years Homepage | Injury Prevention |
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This guidance outlines evidence-based interventions for local authorities, including home safety assessments, equipment provision, and parental education. |
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Injury Prevention (BMJ) |
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Title incl. web link |
Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in London reduce road traffic injuries: a controlled before-and-after analysis (2012–2024) https://injuryprevention.bmj.com/content/early/2025/07/17/ip-2024-045571 |
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This UK-based study found that LTNs led to a 35% reduction in road traffic injuries and a 37% reduction in KSI incidents, supporting infrastructure-based prevention strategies. |
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NICE Guidance PH29 |
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Title incl. web link |
Strategies to prevent unintentional injuries among under-15s on the road Homepage | Injury Prevention |
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NICE recommends traffic calming, safe crossings, and education programmes as effective interventions to reduce child road injuries. |
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