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• Study Links Traumatic Brain Injury To Increased Suicide Risk

  August 20, 2018

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study warns that suffering a head injury could double the risk of suicidal behavior.

• Mild Head Trauma Treatment Often Does Not Include Proper Follow-Up: Study

  June 7, 2018

  Martha Garcia

  Many patients who suffer head trauma do not receive proper follow-up treatment and are often not educated about the risks of their injuries, a new study indicates.

• Head Injuries May Increase The Risk Of Dementia Later In Life: Study

  April 12, 2018

  Martha Garcia

  Brain injuries may increase the risk of dementia later in life, according to the findings of a new study.

• FDA Marks Brain Injury Month With Newly Approved Concussion Blood Test, Advice For Consumers

  March 23, 2018

  Irvin Jackson

  The FDA says it has approved a new blood test to identify victims of concussions and is conducting ongoing research to help better diagnose traumatic brain injuries.

• CDC Report on Childhood Traumatic Brain Injuries Highlights Gaps In Care

  March 8, 2018

  Martha Garcia

  A CDC report to Congress warns of gaps in care for children suffering from traumatic brain injuries.

• Head Injuries Affect 7% Of U.S. Children: CDC Report

  February 12, 2018

  Martha Garcia

  A CDC study warns that about 7% of all children suffer at least one head injury between the ages of three and 17.

• Concussion Side Effects May Cause Gastrointestinal Problems: Study

  December 18, 2017

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study suggest that traumatic brain injuries may increase the risk of gastrointestinal infections.

• Concussion Severity And Length May Be Diagnosed Through Spit Test: Study

  November 21, 2017

  Martha Garcia

  A saliva test may accurately predict which children will suffer long-term symptoms following a concussion.

• Youth Concussions Increase Risk of Multiple Sclerosis: Study

  October 20, 2017

  Martha Garcia

  Concussions during the teen years could increase the risk of multiple sclerosis, according to the findings of a new study.

• Football Brain Disease Evidence Seen in High School Players, Professionals: Study

  July 26, 2017

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns that football players, from professional to high school, are at an increased risk of a brain disease that can cause dementia and other cognitive problems.