Concussion Scorecard
In 2015 there were 166 concussions in the NFL. Frontline conducted a study of concussions in the NFL over recent years which demonstrated mounting numbers. The data is available by…
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A view into another world: Brain surgery
Karl Ove Knausgaard, a Norwegian novelist, observed Henry Marsh, a British neurosurgeon and author of “Do No Harm”, perform several brain surgeries to remove tumors with awake patients in a…
ReadResearch Shows Pattern of Downward Spirals For Veterans With TBI
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is considered the “signature injury” of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan due to the huge number of soldiers returning home with documented brain injuries. However,…
ReadDomestic violence, brain injury and psychological trauma
A cause of brain injury that has been under-reported is domestic violence. Often the victims of domestic violence do not seek health care after the assault or they live in…
ReadNeuroNotes Writer Featured in Wisconsin Bulletin
Here at NeuroNotes, we strive to provide worthwhile information and resources to people living with brain injury, their loved ones, and the general public. Recently, a blog written by one…
ReadKeeping Your Brain Safe In Winter Weather
Much of Oklahoma just received its first snow for the season. While it isn’t likely to stick around long, there’s a good chance we will see more winter weather before…
ReadThe Joy of the Giving
The greatest joy of Christmas is giving, which is why I love my job. As a brain injury case manager, I see so many tragedies, but I also see the…
ReadDr. Bennet Omalu identifies CTE
The movie “Concussion” is set to open in a few days and, with the opening, the discussions around the effects of multiple concussions and sub-concussive hits are expected to increase. …
ReadHappy Holidays from NeuroNotes
On behalf of the editors and writers of NeuroNotes, I want to say “thanks” to our readers for following our blogs and participating with your comments and “likes”. Please…
ReadChildren With Sports-Related Concussions Show Impairments Two Years Later
As football has brought the long-term risks of brain injury into the limelight, it has helped researchers better explore and understand concussions through increased funding for research projects. However, most…
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