Kids who had a stroke at birth often find it tough to use language. But do they have trouble learning new words? A recent study tried to find out. They tested 3. 5-year-olds with a specific type of stroke called PAIS and compared them to kids without strokes. The test involved a game to teach new wo
Firstly, let's talk about brain injuries. When someone has a serious brain injury and is sent home, they need a lot of medical help to get better and deal with any new problems. Most studies on how to help these patients focus on measuring how disabled they are. But, there's a big problem: doctors d
When children experience brain swelling, it's a serious situation. Doctors must determine the cause and type of swelling. One type, called Cytotoxic Edema (CE), was once thought to be a clear sign of abuse. However, recent findings reveal that CE can occur in kids with severe brain injuries, regardl
Former President Donald Trump downplayed the injuries of troops who suffered traumatic brain injuries following missile strikes against a U.S. base at the end of his time in office, referring to them as “headaches” at a campaign event in Wisconsin on Tuesday. Pentagon officials have said more than 1
The recent deaths of three young football players have sparked a fresh wave of concern about the safety of the sport. One proposed solution to this problem is the use of soft-shell helmet covers, such as Guardian Caps. But do these covers really make a difference, or are they just a false sense of s
