It’s March, and that means it’s Brain Injury Awareness Month. The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) has made survivor awareness the focus of this year’s activities. The My Brain Injury Journey campaign aims to start a larger conversation about what it is really like for those living with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). It recognizes
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While there are multiple symptoms associated with a concussion, hearing difficulties aren’t always at the top of the list. Sadly, an auditory issue—much like the proper diagnosis of a concussion—may be overlooked or even misdiagnosed. Understanding and recognizing the possible connections between concussions and hearing difficulties can help ensure proper treatment, and ensure proper measures
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As Christmas and New Year’s Eve draw near, we know there will be a lot of hustle and bustle, and some merry-making, in the works for many people. Shopping, baking, present-wrapping, parties—these are common activities of the season. But the holidays can also be challenging time for people recovering from concussions, and we wanted to
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Anyone contemplating slipping behind the wheel of a vehicle after a head injury should think twice. Driving after a concussion or other traumatic brain injury (TBI) can pose very serious risks. There’s no question that these brain injuries can lead to the impairment of judgment, coordination and focus on the road. According to a 2020
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Second impact syndrome (SIS) is a devastating condition that occurs when an individual who suffers from initial concussive symptoms due to a head injury sustains a second impact upon their head before fully recovering from the first blow. The brain is in a vulnerable state in the aftermath of a concussion, and even a slight
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You are home recovering from a concussion. You didn’t sleep well the night before. You’re tired, and more than a little bored. And that morning cup of coffee isn’t quite doing the trick. Tempted as you may be to reach for a second cup, you remember your concussion specialist telling you to limit caffeine intake
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It’s official: emergency rooms and urgent care centers around the country now have a rapid-result blood test for concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) available for screening patients. This is a game-changer, allowing for earlier diagnosis, which leads to better recovery outcomes. The test runs on a handheld device by Abbott called the i-STAT™ Alinity™
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Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, and we take this opportunity to remember the risks faced everyday by the officers charged to serve and protect our communities. From motor vehicle crashes to assaults, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) should be a big concern. While leading voices in the field say TBI support for law enforcement
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It’s time for the 2023 Concussion Awareness Challenge! Complete our new 10-question brain quiz and see just how much you really know about concussions, persistent post-concussive syndrome (PPCS) and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Our goal is to better educate the community, provide valuable resources to those impacted by TBIs and share best safety practices to
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Drinking alcohol when you have a concussion is not a good idea. The one or two drinks you normally consumed in the past over the course of an evening may be one or two drinks too much, especially while your brain is healing. After a concussion, your tolerance for alcohol can be reduced and you
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