Tag: brain injuries

Study finds possible connection between brain injuries and suicide risk

Adults who sustain a head injury face a markedly increased risk of attempting suicide compared with those who…

Acknowledging Traumatic Brain Injury as a Persistent Condition Enhances Lifelong Care for Survivors

A commentary published in the Journal of Neurotrauma advocates for traumatic brain injury (TBI) to be classified as…

Alcohol Consumption in Elderly Doubles Risk of Brain Hemorrhage Due to Falls

Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults across the United States,…

Traumatic Brain Injury Affects One in Every Eight Elderly Americans

A recent study conducted by UC San Francisco alongside the San Francisco VA Health Care System has revealed…