Unintentional injury is the leading cause of death among children in the U.S., according
to the CDC.
Child Fatality Review (CFR) is a collaborative, multidisciplinary process that helps
communities understand why child deaths occur and how to prevent them. CFR Teams
review the circumstances surrounding each death to identify risk factors, trends, and
opportunities for prevention.
Each team includes professionals from law enforcement, healthcare, social services,
emergency response, the county attorney’s office, and the local health department.
The goals of CFR Teams are to:
. Review child deaths to identify causes and contributing factors
. Share information among agencies
. Recommend strategies and policies to prevent future deaths
For more information about the Child Fatality Review program, please contact the
Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Coordinator at 270-686-7744.
Additional Resources:
KDPH Child Fatality and Injury Prevention Report 2024
Child Fatality Review and Injury Prevention – Cabinet for Health and Family Services
The National Center for Fatality Review and Prevention
