Aphasia, a type of language impairment, is one of many types of cognitive problems to watch for after a traumatic brain injury. An estimated 2-32% of people who have a TBI experience aphasia as a result. Signs of aphasia include: Speaking in short sentences Saying...
Year: 2023
Cortical dysplasia causes, symptoms and treatment
One of the most devastating types of injuries that could impact Washington residents is cortical dysplasia. Children are particularly vulnerable to this condition while they are still in the womb. This is what cortical dysplasia is, its causes, symptoms and treatment...
Supporting your teen after an accident
If you have children and live in Washington, there will likely be a time when they take to the roads and start driving. Although you can talk to your teenager about ways to stay safe, an accident could still occur. Here are a few tips to keep in mind that can make the...
3 laws that help reduce the number of semi-truck crashes
The operators of semi-trucks cause some of the worst collisions that occur every year. They are often responsible for multi-vehicle conclusions when they experience rollover or jackknife incidents. Additionally, commercial trucks themselves can cause absolute...
How traumatic brain injuries in expecting mothers impact fetal development in Washington
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can have life-altering consequences for a person's life, including physical, emotional and cognitive impairments. When it comes to pregnant women in Washington, there is a growing concern about the impact of TBIs on fetal development....
TBI in Washington State
According to a 2023 report to the legislature submitted by the Washington State Department of Social and Health, over 13,000 traumatic brain injury-related injuries and deaths occurred in-state from 2019 to 2020. The primary causes were motor vehicle crashes, suicide...
How does daylight saving time lead to more car accidents?
There are many situations that can cause an increase in car accidents in Washington and other areas. One of them is daylight saving time. Not only does the time change and loss of one hour cause more accidents, but it also leads to more fatalities from those...
2 times of year when wildlife near roads is particularly dangerous
Washington has an incredible diversity of wildlife, ranging from large predators to beautiful birds. People actually come to visit the state specifically because they want to visit natural spaces and see the wildlife. Many locals will occasionally encounter wildlife...
Football, hockey and soccer linked with brain damage
Sports fans in Washington and around the country will probably be aware that several professional and amateur football, baseball and soccer leagues have introduced new rules and protocols in recent years to protect players from head and brain injuries. These changes...
Brain injuries can cause learning disabilities in children
Emergency rooms in Washington and around the country treat almost 3 million traumatic brain injuries each year, and many of the patients they treat are children. According to figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, brain injuries are one of the...
