DHR Health Preventing Motorcycle Injuries & Fatalities, March 7th 

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DHR Health’s Level 1 Trauma Center, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas A&M Transportation Institute, the Look Learn Live Campaign, and Med-Care EMS, will host “Working Together to Reduce Motorcyclist Injuries and Fatalities”—a free educational event aimed at raising awareness about motorcycle safety and preventing crashes. Image for illustration purposes
DHR Health’s Level 1 Trauma Center, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas A&M Transportation Institute, the Look Learn Live Campaign, and Med-Care EMS, will host “Working Together to Reduce Motorcyclist Injuries and Fatalities”—a free educational event aimed at raising awareness about motorcycle safety and preventing crashes. Image for illustration purposes
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DHR Health’s Level 1 Trauma Center, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas A&M Transportation Institute, the Look Learn Live Campaign, and Med-Care EMS, will host “Working Together to Reduce Motorcyclist Injuries and Fatalities”—a free educational event aimed at raising awareness about motorcycle safety and preventing crashes.

Attendees will have the opportunity to: 

•           Learn about the common factors that contribute to motorcycle-related crashes and what both riders and drivers can do to reduce risks.

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•           Hear from experts at the Texas A&M Transportation Institute about road safety laws, regulations, and the prevalence of motorcycle injuries and fatalities.

•           Enjoy free refreshments while engaging in discussions about improving road safety for motorcyclists and drivers alike.

This event is free and open to the community, offering a valuable opportunity for both motorcyclists and drivers to become more aware, educated, and proactive in preventing accidents. 

WHO:

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•           DHR Health’s Level 1 Trauma Center

•           Texas Department of Transportation

•           Texas A&M Transportation Institute

•           Look Learn Live Campaign

•           Med-Care EMS

•           Texas Coalition for Motorcycles

WHERE and WHEN:

6:00 TO 8:00 PM

TODAY–March 7, 2025

DHR Health Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance

118 Paseo del Prado

Edinburg, Texas 78539

WHY:  

Motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than those in passenger vehicles and four times more likely to be seriously injured. Many of these crashes can be prevented with better awareness and education.

This event brings together experts, safety advocates, and the community to talk about the risks motorcyclists face and what both riders and drivers can do to help prevent crashes. By working together and learning simple ways to stay safe on the road, we can reduce injuries and save lives.

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