Head injury

A New Therapeutic Target for Traumatic Brain Injury

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Vendredi, avril 19, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the roughly 1.5 million Americans per year who survive a traumatic brain injury, health outcomes vary widely. Not only can these injuries lead to a loss of coordination, depression, impulsivity, and difficulty concentrating, but they come with an amplified risk for developing dementia in the future.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the roughly 1.5 million Americans per year who survive a traumatic brain injury, health outcomes vary widely.
  • "We knew that a specific blood protein, fibrin, was present in the brain after traumatic brain injury, but we didn't know until now that it plays a causative role in brain damage after injury," says Ryu, who led the study that appears in the Journal of Neuroinflammation.
  • But in this case, the traumatic brain injury itself causes the blood to leak into the brain.
  • They also produced three-dimensional imaging of a whole intact mouse brain, showing blood-brain barrier leaks and abundant fibrin in traumatic brain injury.

New Product Safety Recalls

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Jeudi, avril 18, 2024
Amazon (company), CPSC, Head injury, Risk

WASHINGTON, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below.
  • Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov .
  • Gasaciods Children's Helmets Recalled Due to Risk of Head Injury; Violation of Federal Safety Regulation for Bicycle Helmets; Imported by Fengwang Sports; Sold Exclusively on Temu.com
    Gasaciods Children's Helmets Recalled Due to Risk of Head Injury; Violation of Federal Safety Regulation for Bicycle Helmets; Imported by Fengwang Sports; Sold Exclusively on Temu.com | CPSC.gov
    Randder Liquid Fuel Bottles Recalled Due to Risk of Burn and Poisoning; Violation of the Children's Gasoline Burn Prevention Act; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by Render Store
    Randder Liquid Fuel Bottles Recalled Due to Risk of Burn and Poisoning; Violation of the Children's Gasoline Burn Prevention Act; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by Render Store | CPSC.gov

CHOP Researchers Find Branched Chain Amino Acid Supplementation May Aid in Concussion Recovery

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Mardi, mars 19, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In the first clinical trial of a targeted pharmacologic therapeutic for mild traumatic brain injury in pediatric patients, scientists from the Minds Matter Concussion Frontier Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have found preliminary evidence that adolescents and young adults with concussion who take a specific formulation of branched chain amino acid (BCAA) supplements after injury experience faster symptom reduction and return to physical activity. The findings were published online by the Journal of Neurotrauma.

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  • The mainstay of treatment remains symptom management with temporary modification of cognitive and physical activity and over the counter medication.
  • Although active rehabilitation strategies have shown promise for improving recovery time, including aerobic, vestibular, and vision interventions, these can be time and labor intensive.
  • To date, no targeted pharmacologic intervention to improve clinical outcomes in concussion has been evaluated in humans.
  • However, prior to this study, no human studies involving adolescents and young adults have assessed the potential benefits of this formulation of BCAAs as a specific treatment to aid in concussion recovery.

Driving Progress: TBI Action Alliance Launches Multi-Pronged Initiative to Speed Development of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Solutions for Traumatic Brain Injury

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Lundi, mars 4, 2024
Therapy, Caregiver, Alzheimer's disease, Doctor of Philosophy, Foreign policy, Traumatic brain injury, Brain damage, MD, FDA, First responder, TBI, Risk, Prevalence, Fact, Head injury, Patient, Policy, Veteran, Rehabilitation, Congress, CDC, BIAA, Athlete, Partnership, Medical device

The TBI Action Alliance (TBIAA), a coalition focused on accelerating the development of diagnostics and therapeutics for TBI, today announced a multi-pronged policy and communications initiative to bring TBI to the forefront of the national public health agenda and advance new solutions for those affected.

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  • The TBI Action Alliance (TBIAA), a coalition focused on accelerating the development of diagnostics and therapeutics for TBI, today announced a multi-pronged policy and communications initiative to bring TBI to the forefront of the national public health agenda and advance new solutions for those affected.
  • Click here for a link to Know the Facts about TBI and resources for sharing it.
  • It's a silent epidemic that disrupts lives, burdens families and strains healthcare resources," emphasized Magali Haas, MD, PhD, Leader, TBI Action Alliance.
  • Every year, more than 3 million people experience a head injury that could lead to TBI.

New Product Safety Recalls

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Jeudi, janvier 11, 2024
Head injury, Risk, CPSC

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below.
  • Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov .
  • Retrospec Recalls Kid's Bike Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury; Violation of the Federal Safety Regulation for Bicycle Helmets

Let it Snow and Play it Safe This Winter; CPSC Offers Tips to Prevent Injuries While Enjoying Outdoor Activities

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Jeudi, décembre 21, 2023
Winter Games, Injury, Skiing, Head injury, Gasoline, Risk, Running, Skating, CPSC, Fracture, Hand, Snow, NEVER, Sprain, Dislocation, Common, Child, Safety, Wrist, Sports equipment

According to the latest CPSC data, in 2022, there were an estimated 124,700 winter sports-related injuries treated in emergency rooms nationwide.

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  • According to the latest CPSC data, in 2022, there were an estimated 124,700 winter sports-related injuries treated in emergency rooms nationwide.
  • But even if you are not playing winter games, caution and care must be taken while doing outdoor chores like using a snow blower.
  • Last year there were over 4,700 snow blower related injuries treated in the ER with 36 percent of those injuries to the wrist, hand, and/or finger.
  • Do NOT try to clear snow from the discharge chute of a snow blower with your hands – this is when most snow blower injuries happen.

The TBI Action Alliance Brings Together a Passionate Community to Expedite Accurate Diagnosis and Treatments for Those Suffering from Traumatic Brain Injury

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Mercredi, novembre 8, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The TBI Action Alliance (TBIAA) today announced the first-ever large-scale coordinated effort to accelerate the development of accurate diagnostics and treatments to improve the lives of the more than 5.3 million people living with TBI-related symptoms. Founded by Cohen Veterans Bioscience (CVB) with more than 20 organizations including partners such as American Brain Coalition, National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations, National Association of State Head Injury Administrators, National TBI Registry Coalition and PINK Concussions, the Alliance has come together to provide solutions to this widespread and significantly under-addressed public health crisis.

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  • On November 9, The TBI Action Alliance will hold its inaugural meeting in Washington DC to share and discuss its plan to address the TBI public health crisis.
  • Contributors such as Rachel Ramoni, DMD, ScD, Chief Research & Development Officer, Veterans Health Administration will provide a historical perspective and what is needed on the path ahead.
  • "Traumatic Brain Injury due to head trauma affects everyone and often devastates the lives of those affected.
  • The high prevalence of TBI creates significant impact on patients, caregivers, the health care system, and society as a whole.

Foul Ball Safety Now Calls for Federal Investigation Into Baseball Fan Injury Crisis

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Vendredi, octobre 27, 2023
Skull, Child, Major League Baseball, Peoria Chiefs, Hickory Crawdads, History of the St. Louis Cardinals (1875–1919), Human, World Series, Head injury, Bleeding, Death, Foul ball, Injury, MLB, Dozer Park, Risk, St. Louis Cardinals, Brain, Pittsburgh Pirates, Sport, Toy

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As baseball season comes to an end, the watchdog group Foul Ball Safety Now is calling for a federal investigation into the conduct of Major League Baseball, and for the creation of an emergency netting council to address ongoing foul ball threats to fan safety in professional ballparks across America.

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  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As baseball season comes to an end, the watchdog group Foul Ball Safety Now is calling for a federal investigation into the conduct of Major League Baseball, and for the creation of an emergency netting council to address ongoing foul ball threats to fan safety in professional ballparks across America.
  • A fan was blinded by a foul ball at a Pittsburgh Pirates game on July 1.
  • A 3-week-old baby suffered a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain from a foul ball at a Hickory Crawdads minor league game on August 25.
  • There needs to be a federal investigation into the continuation of the foul ball maiming crisis affecting children," Skopp said.

Reflexion Unveils 'Reflexion GO' on Meta Quest: A New Era of VR Neuro Training, Backed by Elite Athlete Partnerships

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Mercredi, octobre 18, 2023
VR, NBA, Neuro, Data collection, Head injury, Organization, Athlete, Environment, Denver Nuggets, Air force, Oculus Quest, Sport, United States Army, Reflection

This state-of-the-art virtual reality (VR) experience ushers in a revolutionary approach to neuro training.

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  • This state-of-the-art virtual reality (VR) experience ushers in a revolutionary approach to neuro training.
  • - Felipe Eichenberger, Performance Director, Denver Nuggets
    Founded by CEO Matt Campagna, Reflexion has consistently showcased dedication to pushing the boundaries of cognitive performance.
  • Features of 'Reflexion GO' on Meta Quest include:
    Cutting-Edge Immersive Drills: Designed to stimulate a wide range of cognitive skills in a VR environment.
  • And now available on Meta Quest, Reflexion is available in an accessible form factor.

Legal-Bay Lawsuit Funding Spearheads New Department to Focus on Construction Accidents and Lawsuits Involving New York Labor Law and Texas Gulf of Mexico Jones Act

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Mercredi, octobre 18, 2023
Falls, NP-hardness, Element, Slip, Burns, Explosion, Chronic pain, Personal injury, Bone, Construction, Workplace, Head injury, Lawsuit, Crush injury, Injury, Rachel Flowers, Accident, Electrocution, Fire, Health insurance, Insurance

HOUSTON, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Legal-Bay LLC, The Lawsuit Pre-Settlement Funding Company, announced today that they are spearheading a new, specialized department to tackle the majority of lawsuit funding requests they've recently received for hard workers injured in construction site accidents, manual labor accidents, personal injury incidents involving heavy duty equipment, Jones Act worker's comp. and Fela cases, some of which fall under N.Y. labor law personal injury. These work-related cases include various injuries and elements such as collisions, demolition injury, crush injury, equipment malfunction, electrocution, slip and fall, gas leak, trench collapse, ground collapse, explosions, crane incidents, burns, falls, tree falls, shoulder injuries, back injuries, slipped discs, bone fractures, broken bones, fires, head injury, and traumatic brain injury. Also, damages can be rewarded due to the simple fact that you can no longer work and have lost wages or loss of wage claims.

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  • Lawsuit Cash Advance Firm shifts gears in market and branches out to niche cases involving workplace accidents and labor law violations nationally.
  • and Fela cases, some of which fall under N.Y. labor law personal injury.
  • Legal-Bay—a leader in lawsuit funding services and legal funding and a champion for plaintiffs—funds all types of workplace accident cases.
  • According to labor laws in place in most states, workers are entitled to safe working conditions on their job site.