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: Traumatic Brain Injury
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Study Links Concussions to Later Mental Health Issues
A new study finds children who suffer concussions face an increased risk of mental health issues.
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U.S. Veterans Face Higher Risk of Death from Traumatic Brain Injuries After 9/11 Study Finds
A new study reveals veterans who served after 9/11 and suffered traumatic brain injuries are dying at a rate 11 times faster than the general public.
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New Report Lays Out “Roadmap” For Recovering From Traumatic Brain Injuries
A new report calls for changes in the guidelines for treating and researching traumatic brain injuries.
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Almost 7% of Minors in the U.S. Have Suffered A Head Injury or Concussion
A new CDC report reveals about 7% of U.S. youths have suffered some form of concussion or head trauma, but only a little more than half of those cases have…
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Baby Slings, Carriers Are Causing Injury, Hospitalization Risks for Infants: Study
A new study identifies a number of factors which may make baby slings and carriers a hospitalization and injury risk for infants.
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Positive Fluid Brain Balance May Worsen Traumatic Brain Injuries: Study
A new study indicates giving traumatic brain injury patients more fluids than they are losing while in ICU can increase their risk of death and worsen future functioning.
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Study Links Childhood Brain Injury and ADHD Risk Years Later
A new study finds a link between traumatic brain injury rates among children and ADHD.
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Head Trauma That Causes Sleep Disorders May Increase Risk of Dementia: Study
A new study finds links between traumatic brain injuries, sleep disorders, and the later development of dementia.
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Bike Accident Traumatic Brain Injuries Down For Children, Deaths Up For Adults: CDC
A new study finds that while concussion rates for child bike-riders have fallen significantly, adults do not appear to be seeing the same benefits.