TRAC-V Injury Prevention Resource Fair
Description
Join the Trauma Regional Advisory Council – V (TRAC-V) for our First Annual Injury Prevention Resources Fair on November 14, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Weslaco Chamber of Commerce!
Under the theme “Shine a Green Light for Injury Prevention,” this community event will bring together local organizations, healthcare professionals, and community partners to promote safety awareness and provide valuable injury prevention resources.
Explore information and resources focused on fall prevention, child safety, pedestrian and bicycle safety, fire prevention, and home safety.
Together, we can light a pathway to safety and help prevent injuries across the Rio Grande Valley!
Who will be there?
TRAC-V Injury Prevention Committee
The Injury Prevention Committee will share tips and tricks to stay healthy and provide goodies and first aid kits!
TRAC-V Cardiac Committee
The Cardiac Committee will provide hands-only CPR training and teach signs and symptoms to recognize a cardiac event like a heart attack.
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
TxDOT staff will demonstrate the consequences of driving under the influence in their interactive virtual rollover simulator!
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
MADD staff will discuss the dangers of driving under the influence and provide underage drinking prevention resources.
South Texas Health System McAllen
STHS McAllen staff will teach how to Stop the Bleed (STB)!
Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley
Driscoll staff will educate parents on car seat installation and general fall prevention safety tips.
Lonestar Ambulance
Lonestar Ambulance will teach hands only CPR.
RGV 911
Staff will provide general education on what happens when you call 911!
Mission Pawssible Dog Training Services
Staff will provide tips and tricks on how to keep you and your furry friends safe!
Children's Advocacy Center of Hidalgo and Starr Counties
Staff will discuss prevention strategies and how to recognize signs and symptoms of abuse.
PVAMU Extension
Staff will lead an interactive Tai Chi session to move your body and prevent future injuries from falls.
Behavioral Health Solution
Staff will provide resources for overdoses of medication and drugs, including NARCAN administration and prevention strategies.
Weslaco Animal Care Services
Staff will teach how to read dangerous canine behavior and general animal safety awareness.
Anthony Home Health Care
Staff will provide information on providers for home health.
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