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Santiago Lake lawsuit

High School Basketball Incident Leads to Traumatic Brain Injury Lawsuit

Former Alta High School basketball player, Santiago Lake, has filed a lawsuit against the school, Canyons School District, and ex-teammate, Kyle Valdez, following a violent altercation that left him with life-altering injuries. In January 2020, during a team practice, 15-year-old Lake reportedly encouraged Valdez to put in more effort. Valdez, allegedly angered, shouted at Lake […]

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Noah Giusiana brain injury

$2.9 Million Settlement for Noah Giusiana After Near-Fatal Jail Incident Following Arrest

Noah Giusiana, after a late-night outing with his younger brother, was arrested on two minor charges, including disorderly conduct and harassment, outside a Buffalo movie theater on June 7, 2017. During the arrest, off-duty Buffalo Police Officer Mark Andrzejak, working as security for Regal’s Elmwood Avenue theater, allegedly slammed Giusiana’s head onto the sidewalk, causing

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infant TBI

Parents Held for Infant’s Critical Injuries: Urgent Call for Action on TBI

Parents Cheyenne Elmore-Sitz, 23, and Javontae Goldsby, 31, are in custody following the life-threatening injuries sustained by their infant boy, according to Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office in Indiana. Sheriff Noah Robinson has revealed the child’s critical condition, which includes a skull fracture and subdural hematomas, and the prognosis for survival is grim. Emergency services responded

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severe traumatic brain injury

Euphoria’s Fezco: Remembering Angus Cloud and His Brave Battle with TBI

Angus Cloud, who portrayed Fezco in HBO’s hit series Euphoria, has tragically passed away at the age of 25.  Cloud was much admired for his role as Fez, a drug dealer with a unique demeanor, which many fans likened to the actor’s own personality. Cloud firmly challenged these parallels, insisting that he contributed significantly to

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Brain bleed

Common Painkiller Increases Risk of Brain Bleed, Says Study

Researchers warn that the common painkiller, aspirin, often used to prevent ischaemic strokes, could increase the risk of fatal brain bleeds.  Aspirin, a blood-thinning medication, is frequently prescribed for older adults to mitigate the risk of ischaemic stroke, which is caused by a blockage in the brain’s blood vessels. However, this precaution may carry more

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traumatic brain injury treatment

Delays in Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Cause Alarm

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is causing increasing concern among medical experts due to the alarming rate of delayed treatment.  TBI, typically resulting from severe head or body trauma, contributes to around 10% of injury-related deaths in the nation, as revealed by the Union health ministry. Late traumatic brain injury treatment has been pinpointed as a

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rollercoaster cellphone accident

Rollercoaster Cellphone Accident: Man Injured by Falling Phone on Cedar Point Ride

A recent incident at Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio, has raised concerns over rider safety. David Carter, a season pass holder, was struck in the head by a fellow rider’s cellphone while on the Maverick rollercoaster. The impact resulted in an open wound that bled profusely for over an hour and a subsequent

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Permanent brain damage after routine surgery

Young Man Suffers Permanent Brain Damage After Routine Surgery

A monumental $16-million malpractice verdict has been awarded to Justin Bing, a 26-year-old country music enthusiast, following severe complications from what should have been a straightforward gallbladder surgery.  Bing had recently relocated to Nashville, fueled by dreams of a career in Music City, when the surgery left his life irrevocably changed. Post-operation, Bing suffered from

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TBI from abuse

Breakthrough Guide Aids Detection and Care of TBI from Abuse

A groundbreaking guide has been developed by researchers, advocates, and medical professionals across North America to address the often-overlooked issue of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) caused by abuse and intimate partner violence. Led by Paul van Donkelaar, Ph.D., a professor at the University of B.C.’s Okanagan campus, the first-of-its-kind resource offers crucial assistance to medical

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