Medically Reviewed and Written By: Kathleen O’Shea Northrup, MD Stroke is the number one cause of adult disability in the United States and the 5th leading cause of death. Because it affects the brain, sometimes people who are having a stroke don’t even realize that something is wrong. This makes it even more important to… Continue reading How to Spot a Stroke
Category: Brain Injury
Why these 5 Olympians with health conditions are #1 in our hearts
The 2018 PyeongChang Olympic Games have come to a close. Did you happen to catch any of these 5 Olympians with health conditions (recently highlighted in The Mighty)? Their performances were inspiring — but their perspective on living with illness is what’s really golden. U.S. pairs figure skater Alexa Scimeca-Knierim developed a rare, life-threatening gastrointestinal disorder that caused episodes… Continue reading Why these 5 Olympians with health conditions are #1 in our hearts
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Let’s learn more, together.
Brain injuries can happen to anyone, anywhere at any time. The important thing to know is that you’re not alone, which is the primary theme of Brain Injury Awareness Month organized by the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA). At least 2.5 million children and adults sustain traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in the U.S. each… Continue reading March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Let’s learn more, together.