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Healing Effects of Music, Healing Frequencies, and Binaural Beats for Traumatic Brain Injury and Stroke: A Review | Cureus

Brain injury is almost 10 times more common in unhoused people. Addressing it is key to reducing homelessness

How a blind Army veteran went from trauma to triumph | The American Legion

Olympic Bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor Is Changing the Conversation About Concussion

Study finds head injuries are most common after sledding

February 2026 Buzz

Stroke survivors may be less lonely, have better recovery if they can share their feelings | American Heart Association

2026 Annual Award Nominations Survey

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Study shows younger children experience persistent symptoms following concussion | EurekAlert!

Stroke sufferers get their voice back thanks to artificial intelligence | Health | cbs19news.com

Assistive Technologies to Help You Thrive after Brain Injury - Brain Injury Association of America

From Acute Trauma to Lifelong Journey: How Research Redefined Brain Injury as a Chronic, Dynamic Condition - Brain Injury Association of America

Tiny sensor could transform head injury detection

Her life remains ‘a work in progress’ after a stroke at 30 – and she wants to inspire others | American Heart Association

January 2026 Buzz

Evangeline Lilly confirms brain damage from TBI after boulder accident | Fox News

I had a stroke at 29 and went back to work weeks later. It taught me how to lead through a crisis — and to give grace to myself and my colleagues.

Neurons aren’t supposed to regrow but these ones brought back vision | ScienceDaily

Shining New Light on Treatment for Traumatic Brain Injury | Neurology Department | U of U School of Medicine

Artist of mural that gained TikTok fame has stopped painting

Former Stanford Professor Chronicles Emotional Journey To Reconstruct Her Identity After Having A Stroke - GirlTalkHQ

Visual training can dramatically improve cognitive function after concussion

Newport paintballer lost part of his skull after falling

Column: The invisible battle with a brain injury – The Columbia Chronicle

She saves lives after brain trauma | Karolinska Institutet

Newly discovered link between traumatic brain injury in children and epigenetic changes could help personalize treatment for recovering kids

A Three-time Stroke Survivor Empowers Others

Rochester family rebuilds life after brain injury

December Buzz

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Adults diagnosed with concussion face elevated risk of a traffic crash

I believed in achieving goals. Living with a concussion forced me to appreciate the journey | CBC The Nature of Things

Teens who met in hospital after emerging from comas are getting married | kare11.com

'I couldn't speak after my stroke, but now I sing' - Yahoo News Canada

A new study seeks to uncover hidden brain injuries among Indigenous survivors of domestic violence | Boise State Public Radio

Brain Injury Organizations Release Joint Statement on Improving Communication about Brain Injury - Brain Injury Association of America

Head Injuries in Adults Linked to Dementia - Neuroscience News

Northeastern Gets First-of-Its-Kind Brain Scanner

Vision Therapy Reverses Concussion-Related Double and Blurred Vision, NJIT-Led Study Finds

Cortez Masto Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Traumatic Brain Injury Patients - Senator Catherine Cortez Masto

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Medical examiner reveals gunman who blamed NFL for hiding brain injuries had CTE - ABC News

New AI tool detects hidden consciousness in brain-injured patients by analyzing microscopic facial movements

How stigma can impact individuals with traumatic brain injury-related disability

Stem cell therapy shows promise for repairing brain damage after stroke

7 'harmless' habits secretly hurting your brain: psychiatrist

What Is A Functional Home Layout? | Brain Injury Association Of Arizona

National Concussion Awareness Day | Concussion Awareness Now

Step by Step How to Register Online Walk for Thought

Pa. songwriter shows people with brain injuries that 'Hope Survives' - 6abc Philadelphia

Quest for a cure for brain injuries gains $1.2m grant - The University of Auckland

September 2025 Buzz

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Quest for a cure for brain injuries gains $1.2m grant - The University of Auckland

A restaurant owner wasn't regaining function after a stroke. New technology changed everything.

TBI labeling getting smarter

‘Turning Back Time’: UConn Researchers Developing Treatment to Reverse Brain Damage from Stroke - UConn Today

Brain implants that don’t leave scars — Harvard Gazette

Headache on the Hill: Advocating for Migraine Patients Nationwide

Former Psychiatric Nurse’s Inspiring Journey After Traumatic Brain Injury

August 2025 Buzz

NYC Gunman’s Note Referencing NFL Pleads for His Brain to Be Studied for CTE Link

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Cardiff art class friendships spark joy after brain injury

CTE 20 years later

Rick Springfield Discusses Brain Injury From 25 Years Ago

Brain-repair research 2.0

New federal program targets brain function repair for sufferers of stroke, TBI and Alzheimer’s

New compound may help the brain heal itself after injury

July Buzz

Local woman shares her story in documentary on brain injuries — Lindsay Advocate

Individualized neurofeedback relieves concussion symptoms

Heading soccer balls can cause changes in the brain even without concussion or symptoms

Patient who survived head injury reveals why he's not "human anymore"

June 2025 Buzz

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How a Brain Injury Survivor is Offering Others Help and Hope

5 Harmful Concussion Myths

New Guidelines Clarify When People with Epilepsy Can Safely Drive Again

Successful Aging of Individuals with Brain Injury | BIAA

Successful Aging of Individuals with Brain Injury | BIAA

Patients and Their Loved Ones Find New Roles as Advocates After Diagnoses

Head Injuries in Sports: What Every Athlete (and Parent) Should Know

East Lansing man overcomes devastating crash through the power of mind, art, and perseverance

Billy Joel cancels concert tour dates and reveals brain condition diagnosis

Neurosurgeons propose a new framework for assessing traumatic brain injuries

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Interview on NBC-CT about Bicycle Safety Month!

Support 2025 BIAC Bike for Thought

Accounting for Hormonal Factors in Traumatic Brain Injury Care for Women: Christine Greiss, DO

Meteorologist Returns to Work After Nearly 2 Months Off the Air Due to Traumatic Brain Injury

See why these 3 myths about stroke are important

May Buzz

U-M gets $19M to build brain implants for stroke victims | The University Record

With CDC injury prevention team gutted, 'we will not know what is killing us'

Daniel Avesar: Understanding His Own Brain Changes After a Traumatic Brain Injury

"Making Visible the Invisible": Brain Injury, Self-Identity, & Communication with Victor Darr

FIRST PERSON | First Person: I wrote two novels, then a traumatic brain injury forced me to learn how to write all over again | CBC News

MSN heavy drinking damage to brain

AI-powered model predicts post-concussion injury risk in college athletes | Media Expert Spotlight | University of Delaware

A Tiny Polymer With Huge Potential to Stop Brain Injury in Its Tracks

Damage to brain's self-control region may fuel political passions: Study

Davis college student studying to be doctor survives stroke, brain surgery: "A second chance"

Woman's Brain Implant Turns Her Thoughts Into Speech in Real Time

An Invisible Disability: The Crisis of Brain Injuries in the Courts | University of Denver

Supporting employees with brain injuries: key tips for employers - Workplace Insight

Researchers receive $2.17 million grant to study noninvasive treatment for traumatic brain injury symptoms

April Buzz

BIAC Announces New Executive Director!

25 Years of Brain Awareness at the National Museum of Health and Medicine

Traumatic brain injury may steer Alzheimer's pathology down a different path

Good sleep hygiene plays crucial role in youth concussion recovery

Biomedical engineer studying blunt and blast brain injuries

Young adult learns to live after ischemic stroke

A Nasal Spray for Concussions Shows Early Promise

March Buzz

New AI-powered tool could enhance forensic investigations of traumatic brain injuries | University of Oxford

Tell Us Your Story | Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut

Annual Conference | Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut

2025 Annual Conference Group Registration Form

Brain Trauma and Dementia: The Shocking Blood Vessel Breakdown Scientists Just Found

Healthy Ways to Overcome Caregiver Burnout

'Reba' actor Christopher Rich says stroke and brain injury felt like being hit with 'atomic bomb'

Strokestra and Occupational Therapy Bring Stroke Survivors Confidence, Joy, and Hope Through Beautiful Music | VA Orlando health care | Veterans Affairs

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Scientists Discover the Brain Circuit That Fuels Creativity

From ballet to brain injury advocacy: Meet USF student and Miss Tampa Alexandra de Roos

Examining athletic trainers' role in treating and preventing concussions in women's rugby

There’s a way to deal with brain injuries in football. It isn’t safety gear.

Surviving and Thriving After a Traumatic Brain Injury

February 2025 Buzz

After a concussion, active management is most effective treatment

2025 Annual Conference Sponsor/Exhibitor Brochure

Grateful Stroke Survivor Shares How New Technology is Transforming His Recovery - UConn Today

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Driving After Traumatic Brain Injury | MSKTC

Biomarkers for Concussion: Current Insights and Future Directions

What is CTE?

Neuroplasticity After Brain Injury: Principles and Methods for Postinjury Improvement

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Men Are Three Times As Likely to Die From Brain Injuries - Neuroscience News

January 2025 Buzz

Female athletes are getting more concussions. A St. Louis doctor wants to know why

BIAC 2024 Year In Review

Neuroscientists use brain activity patterns to reveal thoughts of brain-injured patients

A New Year and Reflection on a Brain Injury – Living with Brain Injury

The Great, Long Walk: Healing Through Movement

Defense Bill Mandates Changes to Weapons, Other Steps to Protect Troops' Brain Health

Foreign accent syndrome: 'A stroke left me with an Italian accent'

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Brain injuries often go unrecognized among domestic violence victims

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BIAC Executive Director Search

CT Gives Contest: VOTE FOR BIAC HERE!

December 2024 Buzz

Heading by soccer players can damage the brain

From Love Bombing To Fraud: How Romance Scammers Manipulate Vulnerable Individuals

Robotics-assisted Stroke Rehabilitation Device Uses Machine Learning to Classify Residual Severity | SIAM

Research reveals hidden visual deficits and neural pathway alterations in mild TBI patients

How Gratitude Can Help You Through Hard Times

Brain Injury Education | Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut

Study sheds new light on severe COVID's long-term brain impacts

WeAreCT - About Us | CT DMHAS

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Updated guidelines may help reduce the risk of a first-time stroke, according to the American Stroke Association | CNN

Shaking the head could indicate a possible concussion, Massachusetts researchers say

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November 2024 Buzz

New Concussion Sign Could Identify 33% of Undiagnosed Cases

American College of Surgeons Releases Revised Best Practices Guidelines in Management of Traumatic Brain Injury

Teen Driving | NHTSA

Support 2024 Walk for Thought

Driver Safety | Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut

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Events and Programs | Stroke Center

Resource Directory | Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut

Home Safety for Older Adults: A Comprehensive Guide 2024

Debunking the Myths of Older Adult Falls

Find Out If You're At Risk For Falling

Concussions | Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut

Multiple concussions like Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa’s increase chances of long-term health issues

Concussion Awareness Now | Traumatic Brain Injury Advocacy

Programs — LoveYourBrain

Shaping the Future of Disability Rights 2024 Candidates' Forum

HelpLine | Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut

How Faith and Spirituality Can Play a Role in Caregiving

Women experience concussion differently to men: let's talk about it

September 2024 Buzz

Regional variations in concussion diagnoses

Tell Us Your Story | Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut

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Traumatic Brain Injury Market to Reach a CAGR of 3.36% during 2024-2034, Impelled by Advancements in Quantitative Imaging Techniques

Brain Scans Improve Concussion Care by Predicting Lasting Symptoms - Neuroscience News

Even mild concussions can have long-lasting effects on brain and behavior

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Safe Kids CT :: Car Seat Events

Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., longtime New Jersey congressman, dies at 87

Study: Link between law enforcement, head injuries and mental health symptoms

Promoting Helmet Safety Through Girl Scouts

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Summer TBI Virtual Speakers Series - Stacia Bissell, MEd. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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Self Compassion and Brain Injury

Brain Injury Waiver Legislative Hearing Aug 22nd

All troops to get baseline cognitive testing in bid to treat traumatic injuries: DOD

Tastes so good! Swallowing after stroke

Short, intense bursts of exercise more effective after stroke than steady, moderate exercise

August 2024 Buzz

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Officially Recognizes Brain Injury as a Chronic Condition

Science Update: Aerobic exercise may improve sleep for adolescent concussion patients, NICHD-funded study suggests

Disability Rights Connecticut | 2024-2025 Survey

Opioid Use and Brain Injury: What Happens When You Don't Die from an Overdose?

Neuroscientists use brain activity patterns to reveal thoughts of brain-injured patients

Celebrating Inclusivity: Mystic Aquarium's Sensory-Friendly Night

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From Elementary Physical Education Teacher to Award-Winning Artist: A Brain Injury Survivor's Journey

Breakthrough interactive atlas offers pathway to precision medicine for TBI patients

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How being a patient helped turn an Ottawa physician into an advocate for doctors with disabilities

Alternative understanding of brain leads to new treatments for stroke patients | Penn State University

Revolutionizing Brain Recovery: The Transformative Power of LK-2 in Stroke Treatment

To curb kids’ use of screens, parents may have to cut back on their own | CNN

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Health Disparities in TBI

Can Surfing Help Heal the Brain? Exploring Surf Therapy for Brain Injury Recovery

Fentanyl Overdoses May Cause Brain Injury

Concussion in Elementary Age Children

Vivian Mitchell, Diné, selected as 2024 Dole Caregiver Fellow, will advocate in D.C.

Controlling the precise timing of electrical pulses may offer promise for treating mild traumatic brain injury

Modifying homes for stroke survivors saves lives, extends independence | Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

Hot weather after brain injury: tips for keeping cool

Traumatic brain injury strikes 1 in 8 older Americans, new study finds

Collaborative-care model reduces TBI pain, study shows - UW Medicine | Newsroom

Upper extremity reconstruction for adult brain injury resulting in spasticity - Mayo Clinic

Horse sports are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries. Can they be made safer?

Researchers looked into a man's brain through a polymer window in new imaging method

Can You Regain Lost Talents After Brain Injury?

Light therapy increases brain connectivity following injury, study finds

7 things to know about how stroke is different for women

Support 2024 BIAC Bike for Thought

After traumatic brain injury, life support decisions can use more time

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ISU graduate’s engineering expertise helps patients recover from brain injuries • News Service • Iowa State University

Motorcyclist safety is everyone’s safety: CTDOT urges all drivers to be aware

May 2024 Buzz

Many children with symptoms of brain injuries and concussions are missing out on vital checks, national study finds

Concussion treatment: Returning to school and limiting screen time may help, study finds

Why Do Neurologists Prescribe CT, MRI, and PET Scans?

Building resilience after brain injury

'I wanted to feel normal but I couldn't' — Mackenzie is one of many children suffering long-term impacts of a concussion in sport

Lab-grown 'minibrains' help reveal why traumatic brain injury raises dementia risk

Ronda Rousey: ‘I never wanted to talk about concussion. It felt like a weakness’

Facial Recognition After Brain Injury

Brain Injury and Confabulation.

March 2024 Buzz

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Study finds concussions alter connectivity among brain regions

2024 Traumatic Brain Injury Program Reauthorization Act Introduced

E-bike head trauma soars as helmet use falls, study finds

Podcast listen - Healing the traumatized brain

Let's learn to juggle

A win for science, and patients, against brain injury ‘nihilism’ — Harvard Gazette

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New Evidence Suggests Long COVID Could Be a Brain Injury

What Does Self-Care Look Like When You’ve Got a Brain Injury? - Yahoo Sports

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student concussions need to be reported!

Low-Dose Ionizing Radiation Promising Treatment of TBI and Stroke

After 20 years in rehabilitation research, my young daughter’s traumatic brain injury transformed my mind and my career

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Traumatic Brain Injury and CVD: What's the Link?

Development of New TBI Classification Framework Underway

A musical way to rewire the brain

Revolutionizing Brain Injury Diagnosis: A New Imaging Method

This psychedelic drug could help treat traumatic brain injuries, new study shows

'Sex With a Brain Injury' reveals how concussions can test relationships

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Inside Emilia Clarke's health battles as actress is made MBE

Novel helmet liner 30 times better at stopping concussions

Say NO To New Year's Resolutions

Friends: 5 ways to support someone with a brain injury

Watch: Here are 9 videos guaranteed to give you that Friday feeling

Holiday mental health survival guide with Dr. Philip Izzo

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How artificial intelligence is changing health care in treating stroke victims

Alarming Link Discovered: Concussions and Suicide Risk in High School Students

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Brain Injury Survivor Stories

Teenager walks at brain injury event weeks after getting shot in head

June 2023 Buzz

CT CROSS DISABILITY LIFESPAN ALLIANCE POLICY CALL

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Improving Sleep After Traumatic Brain Injury

Stroke Symptoms and Warning Signs

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