Concussion Care for Children and Adolescents: New Recommendations
Harvard Health Blog There has been lots of attention on concussions in youth, especially from sports, over the past few years. It’s good that we are paying more attention to concussions. As the stories of prior National Football League players show us, a concussion can lead to lifelong problems. The problem for doctors, parents, and […]
Brain Safety Starts With You
Traumatic brain injuries, also known as TBIs, affect the lives of Americans nationwide. Anyone can experience a TBI, but data shows that children and older adults (ages 65 and older) are at greater risk. Many TBIs, including concussions, are preventable, and you can help. Change your mind about brain injury Brain Injury Awareness Month is […]
Hope for TBI
Researchers use stem cells to understand traumatic brain injury John D. Finan, PhD, didn’t intend to build a career out of manipulating stem cells. Far from it, in fact. As a PhD candidate at Duke University, he leaned on his mechanical engineering background to focus on creating a safer bicycle helmet to prevent head injuries. […]
