2009 June 9th
According to a study at the Washington University School of Medicine, a drug called rapamycin may help prevent some types of epilepsy that are frequently caused by brain injury. Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer Thomas Henson says that “these new findings are exciting because epileptic seizures and conditions are one of the most frightening and profound consequences of brain injury. Any treatment that is proven to be effective is exciting and offers new hope for brain injury patients.” To learn more about this drug and new approaches, follow this link to the UPI article: http://www.timesoftheinternet.com/79526.html
2009 June 3rd
Brain Injury lawyer Bob Fuerst remains concerned about the possible ramifications of concussions being suffered by high school athletes. In games such as soccer, where players often use their heads to hit the ball in a certain direction, or football, where the potential for head injury is more obvious, players and parents should take all available precautions to avoid these types of injuries. In addition, coaches and staff should have proper training on how to recognize concussions when they occur. Some states recognize this, and are making significant strides towards protecting players. Oregon is one such example, and the legislature has passed a bill directly aimed at that goal. To read more, click on the following link:
http://www.democratherald.com/articles/2009/06/02/news/local/6aaa03_bill060209.txt
2009 June 3rd
Summertime is approaching which means that kids are spending more and more time at the pool. While swimming is an inherent part of summer and childhood memories, parents need to be aware of the increased risk for falls and resulting head injuries that can occur poolside. Diving boards can be slippery and hazardous, and parents should therefore check the surface of the board and insure that it has slip resistant surfacing. Hard concrete surfaces around a pool are especially dangerous, and parents should do everything possible to discourage and prevent kids from running, to avoid children falling and striking their head on the surface or side of the pool. If a fall does occur and the head is affected, do not minimize the potential consequences. Any symptoms such as headache, vomiting, or blurred vision should be immediately evaluated. Let’s keep our kids safe from brain injury – take common sense approaches to poolside safety and enjoy the summer.