Foundation for Spinal Cord Injury Prevention, Care and Cure

The Foundation for Spinal Cord Injury Prevention, Care and Cure, (FSCIPCC) is a voluntary organization that promotes public awareness and prevention of spinal cord injuries from various causes. Founded in 1988, FSCIPCC disseminates information; shares information with other organizations; and creates public service and safety announcements on the prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, research, and overall physical, mental, and emotional effects of spinal cord injury. In addition, FSCIPCC facilitates a networking service for affected individuals. FSCIPCC is a member of the National Safety Council, the MRPA, and a number of other organizations that are interested in safety and the prevention of spinal cord injury. The organization produces several educational materials including “Myths of Diving and Drowning,””No Diving Signs,” and “Diving is Deadly.”