Blood Test Could Predict Severity of Traumatic Brain Injuries: Study
The findings of a new study indicate certain blood tests could predict the severity and survivability of traumatic brain injuries.
Tag Archives: Brain Damage
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Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over Presence of Toxic Metals In Baby Food Brands
A class action lawsuit filed against major baby food manufacturers claims they misled parents nationwide into feeding their children high levels of toxic heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, cadmium…
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Heavy Metals in Baby Food Products Caused Neurological, Cognitive Damage In Child, Mother’s Lawsuit Claims
A baby food lawsuit filed by a Pennsylvania mother says toxic heavy metals present in popular brands by Beech-Nut and Gerber resulted in her child suffering neurological, cognitive, and developmental…
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Melatonin Treatment Could Mitigate Damage For Newborns With Brain Injuries: Study
Australian researchers say a new dual therapy treatment could significantly mitigate brain damage in new borns caused by oxygen deprivation.
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Parents File Lawsuit Against Hain, Whole Foods, Over Heavy Metals In Baby Food
High levels of toxic heavy metals in Earth's Best Organic baby food products caused a child to suffer neurological problems and brain damage, according to a lawsuit filed by his…
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Study Finds More Concussions Reported Among Teens in Recent Years
A new study finds an increase in the number of teens reporting concussions, but that may be due to increased public awareness, researchers say.
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FDA Urges Public To Recognize Signs, Symptoms, Of Traumatic Brain Injury
The FDA is encouraging the public and medical community to become more aware of the signs of traumatic brain injuries, as some types of head trauma have appeared to increase…
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Maryland Birth Injury Verdict of $205M Overturned By Appeals Court
A Maryland Court has overturned a $205 million birth injury verdict for a mother whose child was born with cerebral palsy, indicating she failed to follow medical advice.
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Brain Damage at Birth May Be Quickly Diagnosed With Newborn Blood Test: Study
A new study shows promise for a potential blood test which could help doctors determine which infants will suffer brain damage following oxygen deprivation at birth.
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Concussions Increase Risk Of Dementia, ADHD, and Other Brain Disorders: Study
A new study indicates concussions can lead to a variety of long-term mental disorders.