Things to do if someone has suffered a head injury, as published in CNN health:
1. Be vigilant Keep an eye on someone who has hit his head, even if the person never lost consciousness. “A lot of folks are still under the assumption that…
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Natasha’s Accident is Saving Lives by Increasing Brain Injury Awareness
Seeking the expertise of a skilled truck accident attorney can make a crucial difference in navigating the complexities of legal proceedings and securing rightful compensation after a traumatic incident. According…
ReadExpanding on “Keeping Our Heads”
Today, the New York Times ran my op-ed, “Keeping Our Heads,” which I wrote in response to Natasha Richardson’s death. I wrote the article in order to highlight the terrible…
ReadMusic Helps
Brain Injured patients having difficulty with attention span may benefit from listening to some of their favorite tunes, reports MedPage Today. A recent study conducted by David Soto, M.D. or…
ReadNatasha Richardson TBI Promotes Prevention
In the wake of the horrible news about actress Natasha Richardson’s TBI, the NY Times’ Liz Robbins has written a snapshot account of brain injury prevention on the slopes: “Helmets,…
ReadNew Help for Head Trauma Victims
A study of mice at Georgetown University Medical Center shows that a new class of Alzheimer’s disease drugs may prevent long-term damage from traumatic brain injury. The drugs are designed…
ReadVeterans with Brain Injuries
USA Today reports that pentagon officials estimate that there are approximately 360,000 Iraq and Afghanistan veterans suffering from brain injuries. “Among them are 45,000 to 90,000 veterans whose symptoms persist…
ReadLiveblogging the IA BIA Conference
I’m currently at the IA Brain Injury Association Conference in Des Moines, IA, where at least 300 registrees are finding out more about brain injury treatment and advocacy. It’s an…
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