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Ephrata proclaims Shaken Baby Awareness Week; local presentation urges caregiver education
Summary
Mayor Thomas Reinhold proclaimed April 12–19, 2026 as Shaken Baby Awareness Week. Darryl Gibbs gave a presentation titled "A Life in Your Hands," sharing personal experience, a video, and prevention strategies for abusive head trauma in infants.
At its April 13 meeting, Ephrata Borough Council proclaimed April 12–19, 2026 as Shaken Baby Awareness Week to promote caregiver education and prevention of abusive head trauma in infants and young children.
Mayor Thomas Reinhold read the proclamation at the start of the meeting. Visitor Darryl Gibbs delivered a presentation titled "A Life in Your Hands: Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome," which included a video illustrating the serious and lasting impacts of abusive head trauma, discussion of prevention strategies, and Gibbs' personal experience. Gibbs emphasized caregiver education and community roles in protecting children; the minutes note the presentation included the video and resources but do not provide direct quotes.
Council thanked Mr. Gibbs for sharing his experience. The proclamation and presentation were recorded as part of the meeting record; no formal follow-up actions or funding allocations were listed in the minutes.
