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Brain Injury

Brain Injury Association

The Brain Injury Association is dedicated to brain injury prevention, research, and education. Its site contains helpful information about prevention, rehabilitation and treatment, and living with a brain injury. The site offers publications, FAQs, a national directory of rehabilitation services, and links for further information.

BrainLine.org

BrainLine.org is sponsored by WETA, Washington, DC’s public TV and radio station. Articles, videos, and sound clips present information on TBI to patients, family and friends, and professionals.

CDC – Traumatic Brain Injury

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offer reports and articles proving information on different types of brain injury and related statistics.

MEDLINEplus: Head and Brain Injuries

This easy to use service of the National Library of Medicine provides links to articles, research reports, and organizations covering various aspects of head and brain injuries. Some information is available in Spanish.

National Center for Injury Prevention & Control

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control offers an online brochure entitled Facts About Concussion and Brain Injury. Written in clear lay language, this publication provides information about the signs of brain injury, symptoms, tips for healing, and where to go for help.

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Traumatic Brain Injury Information Page

The NINDS offers information about how a brain injury can occur, symptoms, treatment methods, prognosis and current research. Publications and links to related organizations are also provided for further information.

Dana Links

Hit Parade

Published Feb 01, 2013
by Chris Nowinski
Repairing the Injured Brain

Repairing the Injured Brain

Published Jul 30, 2012
by Mark Ashley, Sc.D.
Recovery from a brain injury is a slow process with no obvious end point—a practical dilemma for patients, caregivers, and medical professionals. While research continues to advance the field to determine optimal interventions,front-line providers have found that certain rehabilitation environments and procedures encourage a stronger recovery than others. But even as specialized facilities make strides, many people face barriers to adequate care.
The Neurobiology of Brain Injury

The Neurobiology of Brain Injury

Published Jul 30, 2012
by Marcela Pekna, M.D., Ph.D. and Milos Pekny, M.D., Ph.D.
Authors Marcela Pekna and Milos Pekny explain what happens within the brain after injury and how scientists’ growing awareness of the brain's capacity for repair could lead to better treatment options.

Hope for Head Injuries

Published May 03, 2012
by Guy McKhann, M.D.

You Only Have One Brain—Be Kind to It

Published Aug 15, 2011
by Guy McKhann, M.D.
Last Updated: 3/12/13

Editor: Bill Glovin
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