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Traumatic brain injuries and their long-term effects

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Even what may seem to be a minor knock to the head can result in a traumatic brain injury. These types of serious injury, which can result in long-term effects or death, are very common in Connecticut, and throughout the …

Mom sues school, event company for 15-year-old’s brain injury

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

People in New Haven, and elsewhere, are likely aware that even a minor bump on the head could lead to long-lasting issues. Blows, bumps or jolts to the head can all result in a person suffering a traumatic brain injury

City to pay man $1.5 million in negligent brain injury case

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Bumps, knocks and jolts to the head can potentially result in traumatic brain injuries, which can have lasting effects. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 275,000 people have to be hospitalized for such injuries each year. Depending …

Settlement reached in lawsuit over baby’s brain injury in 2009

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

Readers in New Haven may or may not be aware that if oxygen to the brain gets cut off, for any reason, it can result in serious brain damage. People who suffer brain injuries such as this may experience short …

Following study on dangers of mixed martial arts, some call for more regulation

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

For many people in Connecticut, competitive sports often keep them in excellent physical, mental, and emotional health. However, some popular sports also put people at risk of suffering from a traumatic brain injury.

People who participate in mixed martial …

Connecticut brain injury victims may be affected by proposed legislation

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

When car accidents, truck accidents or other unfortunate incidents occur, they can leave victims with life-changing brain injuries. Even though some victims can regain some of their lost mental acuity, it often takes time and constant medical care. Fortunately, some …

Connecticut lawmakers may pass tougher concussion prevention bill

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

Connecticut parents often encourage their children to participate in sports and extracurricular activities, which typically teach them important values such as teamwork and discipline. Unfortunately, participation in some sports can also put children at risk of brain injuries and even …

Child suffers traumatic brain injury in auto-pedestrian accident

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

The human brain monitors and controls all major systems within the body such as respiratory, circulation and motor movement. It is the most complex part of the body and, as a result, a brain injury is extremely complicated. Symptoms can …

Dental procedure leaves 3-year-old unresponsive

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

When people in Connecticut turn to medical and dental professionals, they trust them to ensure their safety. Unfortunately, in some cases, the medical caregiver fails to follow certain safety procedures, and their patients are harmed as a result and may …

High school athlete suffers brain injury, collapses during game

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

Readers in New Haven are likely aware of the dangers that come with playing football. Although the sport requires players to wear padding and helmets to protect them during the course of the game, many who play or have played …

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