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How Many Service Members Have Sustained a TBI?

Department of Defense: Military TBI Numbers 2000-2017

The latest traumatic brain injury data in the U.S. military.

Overview of TBI Model Systems

The National TBI Model Systems is supporting innovative projects and research to meet the needs of individuals with brain injury.

Study Calls for New Approach to Studying Concussion

Concussion As a Multi-Scale Complex System

Understanding the puzzling and complex nature of concussion and how to treat it will take a whole new way of approaching the problem, according to new research led by Portland State University.

Cognitive Rehabilitation Denial Overturned: Montana Case Sets Precedent

This landmark case overturned the denial for cognitive rehabilitation services for TBI.

Poll: Majority of Americans Say Sports Concussions are Major Health Issue

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According to a national poll, a majority of Americans say they believe concussions and brain injuries resulting from sports are a major problem and leagues like the NFL are not doing enough to respond.

Changing Our Model

Military health-related problems due to combat exposure are not purely military problems, DoD problems, or VA problems. They are national problems and we need to be thinking about national solutions in order to address them.

Concussion Policy in the Military

Dr. Jack Tsao talks about recent policy changes and how all branches of the military are working together to coordinate better concussion diagnosis and treatment.

Why Are So Many Veterans Homeless?

More than half of the newly homeless diagnosed with mental disorders had received that diagnosis before homelessness.

The ADA: Your Employment Rights as an Individual with a Disability

This guide explains the part of the American with Disability Act that prohibits job discrimination.

The Family and Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

La Ley de Licencia Familiar y MÃ©dica, la Ley de los Ciudadanos Americanos con Discapacidades Y el TÃtulo VII de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964

Learn more about the relationships among FMLA, the ADA, and Title VII.

Facts About the Americans with Disabilities Act

Informacion Sobre Discrimen por Razon de Impedimentos

Learn more about the laws of Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Title III Highlights

Who and what are covered under Title III of the Americans with Disability Act?

ADA Title II and Title III: FAQs

Preguntas Frecuentes sobre los TÃtulos II y III de la ADA

Learn the basics on Titles II and III of the Americans with Disability Act and how they relate to state and local governments.

Study to Determine Lifetime Prevalence of Brain Injury Among Prisoners

A substantial proportion of prisoners reported having experienced a TBI during their lifetime, something that could impact their success once released.

Need for Objective Diagnostic Tool for Mild TBI

Diagosing a mild TBI often has to rely on subjective evaluations. A standard, objective screening tool like a blood biomarker would help with diagnosis and with tracking recovery.

More Injury Prevention Efforts Needed for Veterans with TBI

Veterans with traumatic brain injury are sustaining new, nonfatal injuries after being discharged from inpatient care.

Funding Assistive Technology and Accommodations

Learn about the various options available for funding assistive technology, equipment, and accommodations needed in the workplace.

Building Better Workplaces for Family Caregivers

Being a caregiver can be a fulltime job. How can you juggle a job, too? Learn more.

University Athletes Need More Information About Brain Injury

College athletes need to know more about concussions and mild TBIs.

Dr. James Kelly: New Military Protocol for Three or More Concussions

New Military Protocol Emphasizes "Better Safe than Sorry"

Soldiers who have sustained three concussions will receive a more detailed, mandatory evaluation before returning to combat.

Dr. James Kelly: The Military's Preventative Steps Regarding Brain Injury

Screening all service members who've had a risk of a concussion is a big step forward.

Dr. James Kelly on Culture Change: How Brain Injuries Are Handled in the Military

From the top medical and non-medical command down, brain injuries must be taken seriously in the military.

How Does the Military Define and Identify a Concussion?

The definition is the same as in the civilian world, but different precautions are taken before a soldier is released back to combat.

Brain Injury Prevention Needed for Construction Workers

Brain injuries are too common on construction sites.

What the Disability Laws Say About Service Dogs

Can a child bring his dog to school?

Shana De Caro, Esq.

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