Trauma Burn Center
Latest Highlights
June 5, 2024
KARLA KLAS FIRST EVER TO WIN 'TRIPLE CROWN' OF NATIONAL INJURY AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION AWARDS
Karla Klas, B.S.N., R.N., CCRP, from the Michigan Medicine Trauma Burn Center is the first person ever in history to win the “Triple Crown” equivalent of national injury and violence prevention awards! She is the recipient of the prestigious lifetime achievement award Dr. Anne W. Phillips Award for Leadership in Fire Safety Education, American Burn Association Burn Prevention Award, and Safe States Alliance Injury and Violence Prevention Program Achievement Award. Klas was presented with these honors during recent annual meeting conferences.
February 5, 2024
2024 National Burn Awareness Week: Prevent Flammable Liquid Burn Injuries!
National Burn Awareness Week is a window of opportunity for organizations to mobilize burn, fire, and life safety educators to unite in sharing a common burn awareness and prevention message in our communities. Learn how you can help prevent burn injuries!
October 10, 2023
Recipient of the 2023 Injury and Violence Prevention Program Achievement Award for Addressing Youth Fire Misuse
Safe States Alliance recently presented Karla Klas, BSN, RN, CCRP with the 2023 Injury and Violence Prevention Program Achievement Award for the “innovative approach to comprehensively addressing youth firesetting and injuries.” Learn more about youth fire misuse, the importance of recognizing when it occurs and how to help positively re-direct youth at: traumaburn.org/programs/educationprevention/straight-talk
May 1, 2023
Preventing Youth Fire Misuse
The 2023 Arson Awareness Week theme is Youth Firesetting Prevention, hosted by the United States Fire Administration. Children are often curious about fire. While curiosity is normal, there are things you can inform parents and caregivers about to prevent children from experimenting with fire. Learn more by viewing the recorded webinar taught by Karla Klas, BSN, RN, CCRP from the University of Michigan - Michigan Medicine Trauma Burn Center. Additional tips and information are also available at USFA and the Trauma Burn Center.
January 11, 2023
Creating special moments for patients during the holidays
U-M Health’s Trauma Burn Center is considered one of the best in the country. Each year, the center treats more than 1,400 patients with severe injuries. On top of clinical success, community partners bolster these efforts by improving the experience for patients both during and after they have been in the team’s care. Click through for a look back at special holiday events benefiting those served by the Trauma Burn Center!
October 12, 2022
Fire Prevention Week Celebrates 100 Years!
How fast does fire move? Very fast. You could have less than 2 minutes to get out safely once the smoke alarm sounds. Every Second Counts, Plan 2 Ways Out
October 21, 2021
Halloween Safety
Halloween Impaired Driving Prevention - October 31, 2021
Halloween is meant to be scary, but not when it comes to driving. Yet, when it comes to impaired driving, Halloween can turn the roads into a horror fest.
- During Halloween night 2019, there were 21 vehicle occupants and 4 pedestrians killed in drunk-driving crashes.
August 24, 2021
Prevent your child from playing with fire
And what to do if they’re already misusing candles, matches, lighters and more.
Upcoming Events
March 26, April 9, April 23
Virtual Support Group for Trauma Survivors
Virtual Support groups are free, 90-minute online groups to support survivors of physical injury. Sessions:
- Wednesday, March 26, 2025 5:30 to 7 pm ET
- Wednesday, April 9, 2025 3:30 to 5 pm ET
- Wednesday, April 23, 2025 5:30 to 7 pm ET
April 1, 2025
Girlfriend-to-Girlfriend Workshop: Safety Benefits of New Car Tech
Enjoy an online session on the benefits of blind spot warning systems, forward collision warnings, lane departure warnings, smart headlights, and more!
Time: 1-2:30 pm April 1, 2025
Place: Virtual / Online
Registration: Register now.
April 22, November 18
Stop the Bleed Classes
The University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security Community Engagement and the University of Michigan - Michigan Medicine Trauma Burn Center are hosting upcoming Stop the Bleed classes open to the public, students, and staff.
Registration is required, but free.
Register at
https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/109fe6cb-deb2-4cd8-879b-e596ec25a153
- Tuesday, April 22, 2025
- Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Additional details (time, location, STB details) are in the Zeffy link.
May 15, 2025
Carfit
Trained experts will show you how you can enhance your comfort, safety and fit within your vehicle.
Time: 1-3 pm May 15, 2025
Place: Hartland Senior Activity Center
Contact: 810-626-2135
May 22, 2025
Steps to Safety – Take Steps to Stay Safe and Independent in Your Home
A few safety tips could make your home easier and safer to live in and help you to live independently.
Time: 11:30 am-1:30 pm May 22, 2025
Place: Putnam Township Senior Center
Contact: 734-878-3131
June 1, 2025
Gayheart Burn Prevention Award
We are now accepting applications for the 2025 Gayheart Prevention Award! All nominations for the 2025 Leland Gayheart Award must be submitted by June 1st.
June 9, 2025
The Power of Pause: Enhancing Safety and Mind-Body Wellbeing with Integrative Modalities
Pausing is an intentional act of slowing down, stepping away from chaos and becoming fully present in the now.
Time: 11 am-12:30 pm June 9, 2025
Place: Hartland Senior Activity Center
Contact: 810-626-2135
June 12, 2025
The Power of Pause: Enhancing Safety and Mind-Body Wellbeing with Integrative Modalities
Pausing is an intentional act of slowing down, stepping away from chaos and becoming fully present in the now.
Time: 1-3 pm June 12, 2025
Place: Ypsilanti District Library
Contact: 734-482-4110
June 25, 2025
Carfit
Trained experts will show you how you can enhance your comfort, safety and fit within your vehicle.
Time: June 25, 2025
Place: Hamburg Township Senior Center
Contact: 810-222-1140
June 25, 2025
The Power of Pause: Enhancing Safety and Mind-Body Wellbeing with Integrative Modalities
Pausing is an intentional act of slowing down, stepping away from chaos and becoming fully present in the now.
Time: 11 am-12:30 pm June 25, 2025
Place: Hamburg Township Senior Center
Contact: 810-222-1140
June 26, 2025
Carfit
Trained experts will show you how you can enhance your comfort, safety and fit within your vehicle.
Time: June 26, 2025
Place: Putnam Township Senior Center
Contact: 734-878-3131
June 26
Stop the Bleed: Emergency Bleeding Control
The Michigan Medicine Trauma Burn Center is hosting a Stop the Bleed session on controlling bleeding.
Time: 1-1:30 pm June 26, 2025
Place: Putnam Township Senior Center
Contact: 734-878-3131
July 15, October 14, December 9
Straight Talk
Refer youth to a nationally acclaimed program that addresses fire misuse. Family focused education emphasizes decision-making skills. Sessions:
- Tuesday, July 15, 2025 9:15 am to 4 pm ET
- Tuesday, October 14, 2025 9:15 am to 4 pm ET
- Tuesday, December 9, 2025 9:15 am to 4 pm ET
July 17, 2025
Carfit
Trained experts will show you how you can enhance your comfort, safety and fit within your vehicle.
Time: July 17, 2025
Place: Ypsilanti District Library
Contact: 734-482-4110
September 29 & 30
AARP Smart Driver Course:
Trained experts will show you how you can enhance your comfort, safety and fit within your vehicle.
Time: 8:30 am-12:30 pm September 29 & 30, 2025
Place: Hartland Senior Activity Center
Contact: 810-626-2135
Registration: Register today
September 14, 2025
Burn Injury Awareness Walk & Picnic
The Burn Injury Awareness Picnic brings everyone together to walk for burn injury awareness, public education and prevention.