Support the Hamilton Helmet Initiative
Helmets can prevent brain injuries, which are the leading cause of serious injury and death in children. Children have thinner skulls. Their brains are more fragile. A fall from as little as two feet can cause a skull fracture or brain injury in a child.
The Hamilton Helmet Initiative (HHI) promotes access to helmets. Since 2013, 12,096 helmets have been purchased through Hamilton schools and early learning settings. A total of 3111 free helmets have been given to children in need.
You can support the HHI. When you buy a helmet from the HHI you help provide free helmets for children in need.
The next helmet campaign is coming in January. You can also buy a helmet anytime by visiting www.canadahi.ca.
Parents, you are the most important role model for your child. Always wear a helmet yourself. Your brain needs protection too.
Make helmets a habit in your family!
For more information visit: www.mcmasterchildrenshospital.ca/hhi
Updated on Tuesday, September 13, 2016.