Can football prevent concussions?
With the upcoming Super Bowl we all are experiencing the pre-game hype, pushing for our favorite team, wondering about the ads and the half-time show and probably not really thinking…
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RayField Wright, retired Dallas Cowboy faces dementia
Rayfield Wright, a retired Dallas Cowboy and Football Hall of Fame member, faces dementia. Wright, now 68, played for the Cowboys from 1967-1979. He has two Super Bowl rings in…
ReadProgesterone in Phase III trials
There continues to be a search for the drug which can address the complex neurological events which occur after brain injury. Progesterone, a female hormone, holds out promise in the…
ReadHelp for the Preemie Brain
A few days ago, I heard a news reporter state casually that most babies who are born weighing two pounds survive. I’ve known for a while that babies who are…
ReadNFL settlement stalled by judge
The settlement between the National Football League and former players has been stalled by the actions of the judge pending further evaluation of the settlement. Originally the players asked for…
ReadCraig Phillips Share his Journey of Grief, Loss & Acceptance of his Brain Injury
I have come to know Craig Phillips through his blog, Second Chance to Live, as well as through his past contributions to our blog, NeuroNotes. Craig has much to offer…
ReadBrainline Interviews Ron Broughton: Measuring outcomes in the treatment of TBI
Brainline.org is a resource, a place of support and information, for anyone who deals with brain injury from the individuals with brain injury to their families as well as professionals…
ReadToxic Leadership May Be Contributing Factor to Veteran Suicides
On January 6th, 2014, National Public Radio (NPR) released an eye opening report on how destructive leadership within the Army may be a contributing factor to suicide in combat veterans.…
ReadAn anniversary and a life direction
The New York Times featured an editorial on January 8, 2014 from Gabrielle Giffords in which she talks about the direction she has taken in her life since her Traumatic…
ReadDr. Rolf Gainer interviewed about Michael Schumacher’s brain injury
Dr. Rolf Gainer, Chief Executive Officer of the Neurologic Rehabilitation Institute at Brookhaven Hospital, was interviewed by the Canadian Television News Channel today regarding the brain injury of Michael…
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