Priority Area
Injury, Safety, and Violence
Unintentional injuries such as falls and motor vehicle crashes, and intentional injuries such as intimate partner violence are a major cause of death for people ages 1 to 44; however, most events are predictable and preventable.
Priority Area Goals
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Prevent or reduce childhood injuries.
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Prevent or reduce adult injuries.
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Prevent or reduce injuries in vulnerable populations.
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Increase mitigation of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) as a statewide prevention strategy.
Indicator Performance
Priority Area Snapshot
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Objectives
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Improving / Met
5
Targets Met
13 of 13
Data Available
SHIP Data Indicator Performance Icon Definitions
Target Met or Exceeded
Indicator has MET the SHIP target value.
Improving
Indicator has NOT met the SHIP target, but the latest value is CLOSER to the target value than the previous value.
Little or No Change
Indicator has NOT met the SHIP target, but the latest value is NO DIFFERENT than the previous value.
Getting Worse
Indicator has NOT met the SHIP target, but the latest value is FARTHER AWAY from the target value than the previous value.
Data Unavailable
Data is currently unavailable or is “Baseline Only” data.
Priority Area Objectives
Each of the sections below expand to present detailed supporting information, metrics, and graphs for each of the priority area objectives.
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| Priority Area | Obj # | Objective | Baseline | Current | SHIP 2022-2026 Target | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISV | ISV1.1 | By December 31, 2026, reduce sudden unexpected infant* death (SUID) rates from 1 per 1,000 births (2020) to 0.8 per 1,000 births. *Infants are aged 12 months or younger | 1 per 1,000 births (2020) | 0.9 per 1,000 births (2024) | 0.8 per 1,000 births | | |
| ISV | ISV1.2 | By December 31, 2026, reduce drowning in children aged 17 years or younger from 1.9 per 100,000 population (2020) to 1.7 per 100,000 population. | 1.9 per 100,000 population (2020) | 2.3 per 100,000 Population (2024) | 1.7 per 100,000 population | | |
| ISV | ISV1.3 | By December 31, 2026, reduce emergency room visit rates for youth aged 19 years and younger injured from motor vehicle crashes from 579.3 per 100,000 population (2020) to 523.0 per 100,000 population. | 579.3 per 100,000 population (2020) | 794.8 per 100,000 (2024) | 523.0 per 100,000 population | | |
| ISV | ISV1.4 | By December 31, 2026, reduce the rate of hospitalizations for injuries related to traumatic brain injury for youth aged 19 years and younger from 38.1 per 100,000 population (2020) to 34.3 per 100,000 population. | 38.1 per 100,000 population (2020) | 32.4 per 100,000 population (2024) | 34.3 per 100,000 population | | |
| ISV | ISV2.1 | By December 31, 2026, reduce injury-related fatalities from unintentional drug poisonings in adults ages 20-64 from 53.3 per 100,000 population (2020) to 50.0 per 100,000 population. | 53.3 per 100,000 population (2020) | 32.1 per 100,000 population (2024) | 50.0 per 100,000 population | | |
| ISV | ISV2.2 | By December 31, 2026, reduce injury-related fatalities from falls in adults aged 60 years or older from 59 per 100,000 population (2020) to 53.1 per 100,000 population. | 59 per 100,000 population (2020) | 63.2 per 100,000 population (2024) | 53.1 per 100,000 population | | |
| ISV | ISV2.3 | By December 31, 2026, reduce injury-related fatalities from motor vehicle crashes in adults aged 19 years or older from 19 per 100,000 population (2020) to 17.1 per 100,000 population. | 19 per 100,000 population (2020) | 16.6 per 100,000 population (2024) | 17.1 per 100,000 population | | |
| ISV | ISV2.4 | By December 31, 2026, reduce the rate of hospitalizations related to traumatic brain injuries in adults aged 20 years or older from 116.8 per 100,000 population (2020) to 105.1 per 100,000 population. | 116.8 per 100,000 population (2020) | 127.5 per 100,000 (2022) | 105.1 per 100,000 population | | |
| ISV | ISV3.1 | By December 31, 2026, increase the ratio of total human trafficking reports to verified human trafficking cases for those aged 18 years and younger that are reported to the Florida Abuse Hotline from 4.1 (2021) to 4.5. | 4.1 (2021) | 4.7 (2023) | 4.5 | | |
| ISV | ISV3.2 | By December 31, 2026, increase the number of Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) partnerships that have human trafficking strategic objectives in their respective CHIPs from 5 (2022) to 67. | 5 (2022) | 11 (2023) | 67 | | |
| ISV | ISV3.3 | By December 31, 2026, increase the number of victim referrals to the statewide domestic violence hotline from 70,321 (2021) to 80,869. | 70,321 (2021) | 80,493 (2023) | 80,869 | | |
| ISV | ISV3.4 | By December 31, 2026, increase the number of certified adult/adolescent sexual assault nurse examiners statewide from 43 (2020) to 63. | 43 (2020) | 58 (2025) | 63 | | |
| ISV | ISV4.1 | By December 31, 2026, decrease the percentage of high school students who have experienced four or more ACEs from 21.9% (2021) to 19.6%. | 21.9% (2021) | 18% (2024) | 19.6% | |
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce sudden unexpected infant* death (SUID) rates from 1 per 1,000 births (2020) to 0.8 per 1,000 births. *Infants are aged 12 months or younger | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management, Bureau of Vital Statistics | |
The statewide data table presents the rates and counts of sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) among infants aged under 1 year in Florida, with rates calculated per 1,000 live births. The county data maps display the rates (and counts) of SUID among infants under 1 year across all Florida counties, with rates expressed per 1,000 live births. These maps provide a visual comparison of SUID rates at the county level and highlight regional variations.
Rate of Infant Deaths From Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) Aged Under 1 Year, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 1,000 live births) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 206 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| 2019 | 192 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| 2020 | 207 | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| 2021 | 207 | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| 2022 | 217 | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| 2023 | 179 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| 2024 | 195 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
Rate of Infant Deaths From Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) Aged Under 1 Year by Florida County
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| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
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| By December 31, 2026, reduce drowning in children aged 17 years or younger from 1.9 per 100,000 population (2020) to 1.7 per 100,000 population. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management, Bureau of Vital Statistics | |
The statewide data table presents the rates and counts of deaths from unintentional drowning among children age 17 years or younger in Florida, with rates calculated per 100,000 population. The county data maps display the rates (and counts) of deaths from unintentional drowning among children across all Florida counties, with rates expressed per 100,000 population. These maps provide a visual comparison of unintentional drowning death rates at the county level and highlight regional variations.
Rate of Deaths From Unintentional Drowning Among Children Aged 17 Years or Younger, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 100,000 population) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 91 | 2.2 | 1.7 |
| 2019 | 69 | 1.6 | 1.7 |
| 2020 | 82 | 1.9 | 1.7 |
| 2021 | 94 | 2.2 | 1.7 |
| 2022 | 94 | 2.1 | 1.7 |
| 2023 | 103 | 2.4 | 1.7 |
| 2024 | 104 | 2.3 | 1.7 |
Rate of Deaths From Unintentional Drowning Among Children Aged 17 Years or Younger by Florida County
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| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce emergency room visit rates for youth aged 19 years and younger injured from motor vehicle crashes from 579.3 per 100,000 population (2020) to 523.0 per 100,000 population. | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) | |
The statewide data table shows the rates and counts of emergency room visits for youth aged 19 years and younger injured in motor vehicle crashes in Florida, with rates expressed per 100,000 population.
Rate of Emergency Room Visits for Youth Aged 19 Years and Younger Injured From Motor Vehicle Crashes, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 100,000 population) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 41,949 | 897.8 | 523.0 |
| 2019 | 38,919 | 826.6 | 523.0 |
| 2020 | 27,539 | 579.3 | 523.0 |
| 2021 | 32,954 | 688.1 | 523.0 |
| 2022 | 35,558 | 727.3 | 523.0 |
| 2023 | 39,656 | 810.3 | 523.0 |
| 2024 | 39,683 | 794.8 | 523.0 |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce the rate of hospitalizations for injuries related to traumatic brain injury for youth aged 19 years and younger from 38.1 per 100,000 population (2020) to 34.3 per 100,000 population. | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) | |
The statewide data table shows the rates and counts of hospitalizations for injuries related to traumatic brain injury for youth aged 19 years and younger in Florida, with rates expressed per 100,000 population.
Rate of Hospitalizations for Injuries Related to Traumatic Brain Injury for Youth Aged 19 Years and Younger, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 100,000 population) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1,830 | 39.2 | 34.3 |
| 2019 | 1,738 | 36.9 | 34.3 |
| 2020 | 1,813 | 38.1 | 34.3 |
| 2021 | 1,797 | 37.5 | 34.3 |
| 2022 | 1,751 | 35.8 | 34.3 |
| 2023 | 1,800 | 36.8 | 34.3 |
| 2024 | 1,617 | 32.4 | 34.3 |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce injury-related fatalities from unintentional drug poisonings in adults ages 20-64 from 53.3 per 100,000 population (2020) to 50.0 per 100,000 population. | Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Medical Examiners Commission; FDOH, Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management, Bureau of Vital Statistics | |
The statewide data table presents the rates and counts of injury-related fatalities from unintentional drug poisonings in adults aged 20-64 years in Florida, with rates calculated per 100,000 population. The county data maps display the rates (and counts) of injury-related fatalities from unintentional drug poisonings in adults aged 20-64 years across all Florida counties, with rates expressed per 100,000 population. These maps provide a visual comparison of deaths from unintentional poisoning at the county level and highlight regional variations.
Rate of Injury-Related Fatalities From Unintentional Drug Poisonings in Adults Ages 20-64 Years, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 100,000 population) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 4,165 | 34.5 | 50.0 |
| 2019 | 4,614 | 37.8 | 50.0 |
| 2020 | 6,599 | 53.3 | 50.0 |
| 2021 | 7,083 | 56.5 | 50.0 |
| 2022 | 6,765 | 53.1 | 50.0 |
| 2023 | 6,052 | 46.8 | 50.0 |
| 2024 | 4,190 | 32.1 | 50.0 |
Rate of Injury-Related Fatalities From Unintentional Drug Poisonings in Adults Ages 20-64 Years by Florida County
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| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
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| By December 31, 2026, reduce injury-related fatalities from falls in adults aged 60 years or older from 59 per 100,000 population (2020) to 53.1 per 100,000 population. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management, Bureau of Vital Statistics | |
The statewide data table presents the rates and counts of injury-related fatalities from unintentional falls in adults aged 60 years and older in Florida, with rates calculated per 100,000 population. The county data maps display the rates (and counts) of injury-related fatalities from unintentional falls in adults aged 60 years and older across all Florida counties, with rates expressed per 100,000 population. These maps provide a visual comparison of deaths from unintentional falls at the county level and highlight regional variations.
Rate of Injury-Related Fatalities From Unintentional Falls in Adults Aged 60 Years or Older, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 100,000 population) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2,994 | 54.0 | 53.1 |
| 2019 | 3,137 | 54.8 | 53.1 |
| 2020 | 3,503 | 59.0 | 53.1 |
| 2021 | 3,915 | 63.7 | 53.1 |
| 2022 | 3,975 | 63.9 | 53.1 |
| 2023 | 4,149 | 64.7 | 53.1 |
| 2024 | 4,164 | 63.2 | 53.1 |
Rate of Injury-Related Fatalities From Unintentional Falls in Adults Aged 60 Years or Older by Florida County
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| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
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| By December 31, 2026, reduce injury-related fatalities from motor vehicle crashes in adults aged 19 years or older from 19 per 100,000 population (2020) to 17.1 per 100,000 population. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management, Bureau of Vital Statistics | |
The statewide data table presents the rates and counts of injury-related fatalities from motor vehicle crashes in adults aged 19 years or older in Florida, with rates calculated per 100,000 population. The county data maps display the rates (and counts) of injury-related fatalities from motor vehicle crashes in adults aged 19 years or older across all Florida counties, with rates expressed per 100,000 population. These maps provide a visual comparison of deaths from motor vehicle crashes at the county level and highlight regional variations.
Rate of Injury-Related Fatalities From Motor Vehicle Crashes in Adults Aged 19 Years or Older, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 100,000 population) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 3,022 | 18.3 | 17.1 |
| 2019 | 3,085 | 18.4 | 17.1 |
| 2020 | 3,252 | 19.0 | 17.1 |
| 2021 | 3,603 | 20.6 | 17.1 |
| 2022 | 3,462 | 19.6 | 17.1 |
| 2023 | 3,305 | 18.3 | 17.1 |
| 2024 | 3,048 | 16.6 | 17.1 |
Rate of Injury-Related Fatalities From Motor Vehicle Crashes in Adults Aged 19 Years or Older by Florida County
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| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce the rate of hospitalizations related to traumatic brain injuries in adults aged 20 years or older from 116.8 per 100,000 population (2020) to 105.1 per 100,000 population. | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) | |
The statewide data table shows the rates and counts of hospitalizations related to traumatic brain injuries in adults aged 20 years and older in Florida, with rates expressed per 100,000 population.
Rate of Hospitalizations Related to Traumatic Brain Injuries in Adults Aged 20 Years and Older, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 100,000 population) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 19,051 | 117.0 | 105.1 |
| 2019 | 19,675 | 118.8 | 105.1 |
| 2020 | 19,718 | 116.8 | 105.1 |
| 2021 | 21,301 | 123.7 | 105.1 |
| 2022 | 22,233 | 127.5 | 105.1 |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the ratio of total human trafficking reports to verified human trafficking cases for those aged 18 years and younger that are reported to the Florida Abuse Hotline from 4.1 (2021) to 4.5. | Florida Department of Children and Families (FDCF) | |
The statewide data table shows the ratio of total human trafficking reports to verified human trafficking cases for people aged 18 years and younger that are reported to the Florida Abuse Hotline in Florida.
Ratio of Total Human Trafficking Reports to Verified Human Trafficking Cases for People Aged 18 Years and Younger That are Reported to the Florida Abuse Hotline, Florida
| Year | Ratio | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4.1 | 4.5 |
| 2022 | 4.7 | 4.5 |
| 2023 | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the number of Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) partnerships that have human trafficking strategic objectives in their respective CHIPs from 5 (2022) to 67. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management, Bureau of Community Health Assessment | |
The statewide data table shows the number of Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) partnerships that have human trafficking strategic objectives in their respective CHIPs in Florida.
Number of Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Partnerships that Have Human Trafficking Strategic Objectives in Their Respective CHIPs, Florida
| Year | Count | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | 67 |
| 2021 | 5 | 67 |
| 2022 | 5 | 67 |
| 2023 | 11 | 67 |
County-level data not applicable for this indicator.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the number of victim referrals to the statewide domestic violence hotline from 70,321 (2021) to 80,869. | Florida Department of Children and Families (FDCF), Office of Domestic Violence | |
Data charts and maps for this indicator will be generated once data have been received and/or updated.
Data are being re-evaluated.
Data are being re-evaluated.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the number of certified adult/adolescent sexual assault nurse examiners statewide from 43 (2020) to 63. | International Association of Forensic Nurses, Florida Chapter | |
The statewide data table shows the number of certified adult/adolescent sexual assault nurse examiners in Florida.
Number of Certified Adult/Adolescent Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, Florida
| Year | Count | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 43 | 63 |
| 2023 | 54 | 63 |
| 2025 | 58 | 63 |
County-level data not applicable for this indicator.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
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| By December 31, 2026, decrease the percentage of high school students who have experienced four or more ACEs from 21.9% (2021) to 19.6%. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management, Bureau of Public Health Research, Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey (FYSAS) | |
The statewide data table presents the percentages (and percentage ranges) of high school students who have experienced four or more adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in Florida. The county data maps display the percentages of high school students experiencing four or more ACEs across all Florida counties. These maps provide a visual comparison of ACEs among high school students at the county level and highlight regional variations. In Florida, the Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey (FYSAS) data is collected among public and charter high school and middle school students annually at the state level and at the county level in even years.
Percentage of High School Students Who Have Experienced Four or More Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Florida
| Year | Percent | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 21.7% | 19.6% |
| 2021 | 21.9% | 19.6% |
| 2022 | 21.4% | 19.6% |
| 2023 | 18.4% | 19.6% |
| 2024 | 18.0% | 19.6% |
Percentage of High School Students Who Have Experienced Four or More Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) by Florida County
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