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....
Brain Injury
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...
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...
Some common complications arising from brain injuries
Car accidents, falls and other incidents can result in brain injuries to Washington residents. Although some of these injuries may be mild, others can be more serious and lead to additional problems. These are some of the common complications and medical problems...
3 reasons a traumatic brain injury could hurt your career
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are frequently the result of someone falling or getting into a car crash. Even an act of assault, such as someone punching another person in the head, could result in a TBI. The consequences of a TBI can be hard for the average person...
What’s the difference between open and closed brain injuries?
Residents of Washington can suffer catastrophic injuries when involved in a serious accident. One of them is a brain injury, which can affect victims differently depending on the circumstances. These injuries can be closed or open and carry some differences. Closed...
Which are the main causes of traumatic brain injuries?
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious medical condition that's characterized by damage to the brain. This type of injury can vary in severity, from a mild concussion to a severe brain injury. It's important for Washington residents to know what causes TBI so that...
Common household items linked to child brain injuries
All Seattle parents try to provide a safe home for their children. However, several common household products could put kids at risk for a traumatic brain injury. Dangerous household items According to a 2019 study, 4.1 million babies, children and teens received...
How can a traumatic brain injury affect you?
Traumatic brain injuries are often unpredictable and can happen to any Washington resident. It’s important to understand how this type of injury can affect you in your everyday life. What is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a catastrophic...