Driver sentenced for ATV accident that killed woman Nov 19, 2009
When he turned onto Bogard, Anderson, who wasn't wearing a seat belt, fell out and suffered a serious head injury. She died at Providence Alaska Medical Center on April 23. (Anchorage Daily News)
NFL players hide, fear concussions Nov 19, 2009
Now the NFL wants players to keep tabs on each other and tell their teams if they believe someone else has a head injury. Told of the AP's findings, NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said in an e-mail that commissioner Roger Goodell spoke to NFL Players Association executive director DeMaurice Smith last week about the importance of players reporting head injuries, no matter how minor they believe they might be. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
These things tend not to grow Nov 18, 2009
Getting better Patriots left tackle Matt Light said he is improving in his rehab from a knee injury, and guard Stephen Neal does not believe the head injury he suffered Sunday night will be a significant problem this week. Light and Neal addressed their injuries last night while attending the Legends Ball in Foxborough, an event to benefit the Hockomock Area YMCAs. (Boston Globe)
Oz punishes attackers of Indian-origin doctor Nov 18, 2009
The court was told Haikerwal's skull was heard to crack after Azzopardi took a swing like he was "hitting a six at cricket", causing a severe head injury to the doctor. Azzopardi laughed as he fled the scene, before minutes later joining in on an attack on another man. (India Times, India)
Fight At Strip Club In Vernon Sends One To Hospital Nov 18, 2009
One victim had a head injury, but the injury is believed to be non-life threatening injury. Lifestar landed at Rockville Hospital and took the viictim to Hartford Hospital. (FOX61, CT)
* Sport Briefs Nov 17, 2009
Pacquiao was reminded on Saturday of the incident that took place just over a decade ago when Filipino bantamweight Z Gorres was hospitalized on Friday with a serious head injury following his victory over Juan Melendez of Colombia. I pray to God for his recovery and I am very sorry for him and his family, said Pacquiao, prior to his defeat of Miguel Cotto in a WBO welterweight title fight at the MGM Grand hotel. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Brain-Injured Athletes May Benefit from Hypothermia Research Nov 17, 2009
(July 6, 2007) New research reveals that high school football players are three times more likely to experience catastrophic head injury (death, permanent neurologic damage or serious injuries with full recovery). (May 3, 2007) Boxers were tested after a fight and then again three months after rest from boxing. (Science Daily)
Gundy expects QB Robinson to play Thursday Nov 16, 2009
coach Mike Gundy expects senior quarterback to play Thursday night against , despite a violent helmet-to-helmet hit that knocked him out of the Cowboys' victory over Saturday night with a head injury. Robinson was stunned on a violent hit by Texas Tech cornerback Jamar Wall with 1:38 left in the Cowboys' 24-17 victory. (ESPN -- College Football)
Mathews says: 'I'm fine' Nov 16, 2009
"But I know I could have played. I wanted to play again. But the trainer said they wanted to keep me out. It's not my decision."Since it was a head injury, doctors and trainers wanted to take precaution. It was a concussion, not anything else. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
THE HUDDLE: Brian Westbrook suffers new concussion in first game back Nov 16, 2009
Eagles' Brian Westbrook suffers new concussion in first game back from head injury - The Huddle: Football News from the NFL - USATODAY.com ... Eagles' Brian Westbrook suffers new concussion in first game back from head injury. (USA Today -- Sports)
Many People With Hemianopia Have Difficulty Detecting Pedestrians While Driving Nov 16, 2009
More than a million people suffer from hemianopia, a condition in which one half of the visual field in both eyes is blinded, usually the result of a stroke or head injury. People with hemianopia often do not know what they can't see and frequently bump into and trip over objects while walking. (Science Daily)
How today's tackle can be tomorrow's trauma Nov 15, 2009
The 12-month study, backed by St Vincent's Hospital, will analyse every neck, lower back and head injury sustained during games and training sessions in 2010. Neither clubs nor players will be identified in the final report to ensure full disclosure. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Motorcyclist flown by medical helicopter from Cambridge Springs crash Nov 15, 2009
Advertisement John P. Anderson, 62, sustained a moderate head injury in the accident, state police said ... Police said he was wearing a helmet but sustained a head injury. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Man Injured in Twiggs Co. Train Accident Nov 15, 2009
They say the man was taken to the hospital to be treated for a head injury. . (13WMAZ.com, GA)
1-Year-Old Thrown From Vehicle In Route 44 Crash Nov 15, 2009
The child was taken to Hartford Hospital with a possible head injury, then transferred to the children's hospital after his medical status was downgraded to less a serious condition, Officer Manny Birritteri said. The child was being held at the hospital so doctors could observe him, Birritteri added. (FOX61, CT)
Photo Gallery: DASH Program at Spofford Pond School Nov 14, 2009
Brian Cummings and Hope Roberts (both 10 years old) learn about 'depth perceptions with a head injury' with their altered glasses at Boxford Spofford Pond School on November 5 as part of D.A.S.H. (Disability Awareness Starts Here)- a two week parent-teacher run program for 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th graders to help students learn an appreciation for disabilities. Photo Gallery: DASH Program at Spofford Pond School. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Cardinals' Morey says he played with concussion Nov 14, 2009
He said he convinced himself that the head injury _ sustained in a game against Carolina _ was connected to his flu symptoms and acknowledges that maybe it was "wishful thinking" on his part. Last month, Morey was named co-chair of the NFL Players Association concussion and traumatic brain injury committee. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
St. Francis Hospital In Hartford Is On Probation For One Year Nov 14, 2009
Regulators also cited problems with hospital facilities, inadequate preventive maintenance of medical equipment, and a lack of evidence that staff evaluated the neurological signs of a patient who fell out of bed and sustained a head injury. The patient later died. (FOX61, CT)
Virginia’s Groh not shrinking from scrutiny Nov 14, 2009
Jameel Sewell (shoulder) and Marc Verica (head injury) are listed as questionable, although Sewell probably will play. While the game is important for Virginia, it is crucial for BC, which is still in the hunt for its third consecutive Atlantic Division title. (Boston Globe)
Grant helps head injury program go forward Nov 13, 2009
By Benjamin Brown GateHouse News Service Posted Nov 12, 2009 @ 10:00 AM. Scituate High School will be able to keep its new ImPACT program going, thanks to a $500 grant donation from Suzy Park on behalf of Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Sentiment changes on head shots Nov 13, 2009
But they shouldn't face the risk of serious head injury or worse. The NFL has contact on every play, but they have taken steps to eliminate head shots. (USA Today -- Sports)
Real buck loses fight with concrete love rival Nov 13, 2009
The real buck, which Mark Brye estimated at about 180 pounds, died from a head injury after ramming the life-sized concrete statue. He said the Vernon County conservation warden tagged the buck with a note that read: lawn ornament fight _ lost. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Woman, 70, Struck By SUV In Gaslamp Quarter Nov 12, 2009
SAN DIEGO -- A 70-year-old woman crossing a Gaslamp street sustained a serious head injury when a sport utility vehicle struck her, police said Wednesday. The woman was crossing southbound on E Street with the walk sign around 11 a.m. Tuesday when the vehicle made a left turn onto E Street from southbound Sixth Avenue and hit her, said San Diego police Sgt. Ramona Hastings. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
LaMarrWoodleyInside The NFL New helmets and new rules will still not eliminate concussions. Nov 12, 2009
I think team doctors do as much as they can to be cautious and keep players safe after they have a head injury. Multiple concussions can definitely add up, and if one of our players isn't right, the Steelers' doctors keep them on the sidelines. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Concussion sits Turek indefinitely Nov 12, 2009
CAUTIOUS: Aces plan to play it safe with defenseman's head injury. By DOYLE WOODY. (Anchorage Daily News)
Police work together to solve shootings Nov 12, 2009
"One person was shot in the hand and the other in the leg. The one with the leg injury also had a grazing head injury," said Barbara Matthews, a spokeswoman for the Cocoa Police Department. One of the men was flown to a trauma center for treatment, officials said. (Florida Today)
Kampman: Team didn't know about concussion Nov 12, 2009
-- Linebacker does not blame the ' coaches and medical staff for him playing most of Sunday's game with a head injury ... Kampman said it's a player's responsibility to recognize when he has had a significant head injury, but doing so can be difficult because they aren't thinking straight. (ESPN -- Football)
Young Tennis Players Who Play Only One Sport Are More Prone To Injuries Nov 11, 2009
(July 6, 2007) New research reveals that high school football players are three times more likely to experience catastrophic head injury (death, permanent neurologic damage or serious injuries with full recovery). (Oct. (Science Daily)
Brookline police arrest alleged peeping prison escapee Nov 11, 2009
He allegedly said he didn t think so, but had memory issues due to a head injury. Officers asked him to roll up his sleeve, which reportedly revealed a deep scar on his left forearm. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Ten Reasons to See Your Doctor Nov 11, 2009
Changes in behaviour or thinking may be due to infection, head injury, stroke, low blood sugar or even medications, especially ones you have only recently started taking. New or More Severe Headaches (especially if you are over age 50) Seek prompt medical attention if you experience: a sudden and severe headache, often called a thunderclap headache, because it comes on so suddenly like a clap a thunder, a headache accompanied by a fever, stiff neck, rash, mental confusion, seizures, vision... (Suite101.com)
Pack gets top safety Nov 10, 2009
Coach Rick Neuheisel said Prince showed "zero complications" from his head injury Monday. He expects Prince to start when UCLA visits Washington State this weekend. (News & Observer -- Sports)
MARSHFIELD COURT NEWS: Nov. 2 and 3 Nov 10, 2009
He was ordered to complete 90-24D program and fined $50 victim witness assessment fee, $50 victim witness assessment fee, $250 head injury fee, $250 OUI fee and $65 per month probation fee along with 210 days loss of license. Charges of use of a motor vehicle without authority, leaving the scene of property damage and unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle were dismissed. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Judge orders treatment, monitoring for teen arrested while on bail Nov 10, 2009
" Any violation of the terms will result in a warrant for Smith's arrest, according to the agreement.City police charged Smith with aggravated driving while intoxicated, alleging he caused serious bodily injury -- a broken hip bone -- to one of his passengers during the June 13 crash into Putnam's Ski oard shop. Another aggravated DWI charge alleges Smith drove while intoxicated, causing a second passenger to receive a "serious head injury. " A third aggravated DWI charge alleges Smith was... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Have yourself a `Madagascar' Christmas Nov 10, 2009
Santa's head injury triggers amnesia, and Alex realizes that if the animals deliver Santa's gifts, then on his way home, Santa might drop the animals off at the zoo. Meanwhile the reindeer and the penguins bicker, an age-old feud that dates back to when Santa switched poles. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Men's Basketball Hosts Grand Valley State Nov 9, 2009
(ankle) and (groin) both missed the game due to injury, while played just seven minutes after suffering a head injury in the first half. Big Ten Favorites After winning the 2009 Big Ten regular-season title by four games, Michigan State was selected as the preseason conference favorite for the 2009-10 men's basketball season, as voted upon by a 24-member media panel. (Msuspartans.com)
Head injury sidelines RB Portis Nov 9, 2009
The Redskins said Portis suffered a head injury and would not return. There was no penalty on the hit. (ESPN -- Football)
Redskins' slide continues as Falcons' Turner burns in win Nov 9, 2009
Betts played in place of Washington starter Clinton Portis, who left the game with an un-specified head injury. After an Atlanta three-and-out, Campbell capped another 13-play drive with a three-yard toss to Todd Yoder, who dragged his feet along the back right corner of the end zone and withstood an Atlanta challenge. (USA Today -- Sports)
Injury put game in perspective Nov 8, 2009
"But it was a head injury, so he could be out (of action) for awhile," Toyota said. Leilehua lost the OIA title game, 24-20, but will advance to the Division I state tournament to play Maui Interscholastic League DI champion Baldwin on Nov. 20 at War Memorial Stadium in Wailuku. (Honolulu Advertiser)
UAPB SCORES SEASON HIGH IN GRAMBLING WIN (17) Nov 8, 2009
Then on third down on the next possession, cornerback Joe Brown, who missed last week s game after suffering a head injury Oct. 24. returned an interception 40 yards to make it 28-10 at halftime. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Man charged in North Star student’s death Nov 7, 2009
Man charged in North Star student s death - Somerset - Daily American. Brandon Behie, 23, of New Florence was arraigned Friday afternoon before District Judge Denise Thiel in Ligonier. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Edwards prepares for second chance Nov 7, 2009
He's been injury prone, missing eight starts overall, and many wonder how he'll respond after his second head injury. After getting knocked out of a game at Arizona in 2008, Edwards played very well in a win over San Diego but has mostly struggled ever since, leading critics to wonder if he ever got over his first concussion. (BillsReport.com)
Psychiatric impact of torture could be amplified by head injury Nov 7, 2009
Study finds brain changes, more severe depression in political detainees experiencing head injury ... "We believe, although it has not yet been proven, that these physical effects may help explain why survivors of both torture and traumatic head injury often don't do well with standard therapies for depression and anxiety." ... Not only were detainees with a history of head injury more likely than those without to report symptoms of depression, the imaging studies showed they had significant... (EurekAlert!)
More of this story Nov 7, 2009
Within the past few years the protective neck brace has become the standard in motocross racing and for the most part prevents head injury like the one Gallardo received in 2005. Whenever he goes to the track Gallardo wears a helmet, knee braces, chest protector, kidney belt, racing boots, gloves, goggles and the all important protective neck brace. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Amputee manages the 'unthinkable' Nov 7, 2009
"What happens is, you mix all these pills with massive amounts of alcohol and a head injury, and you've got a whole big recipe for disaster," Rigsby said. It wasn't until Christmas Eve 2005 - when he was contemplating suicide - that he discovered the Ironman competition and started training for the triathlon. (Athens Banner-Herald)
How healthy are your children's eyes? Nov 6, 2009
Head injury can affect vision as well, so be sure your child wears a good-fitting helmet when he uses a skateboard, bike or scooter, and when skiing or snowboarding. Courtesy of ARAcontent. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Raft of new road rules for Victoria Nov 6, 2009
"Parents who prematurely put their children in an adult seat belt are taking a great risk. "Research has found that children up to seven years old are at least four times more likely to sustain a head injury in a crash when sitting in an adult seat belt. " A summary of the new laws can be found . with Clay Lucas Join the conversation 4 people are reading this now. . . Related Coverage 2:36pm National standards that will test new taxi drivers on their English ... 6:09pm By Stephanie Bellassai Top... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
* One injured in powerful quake Nov 6, 2009
TV news reported that a high school student in Taichung County suffered a minor head injury when a piece of the ceiling in a classroom collapsed. She was sent home after being treated at a hospital emergency room. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Moody move paying dividends for South Carolina State defense Nov 6, 2009
Redshirt junior defensive end Jayson Ayers status, however, remains up in the air as he continues to contend with what Adams calls post-concussion syndrome three weeks after he suffered his head injury. Adams said Ayers will make the trip and his status will be a game-time decision. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Injury-ravaged Bills ready to heal up Nov 4, 2009
"Again, we'll keep following that protocol for the head injury," Jauron said. "(Trainer) Bud (Carpenter) and his staff refer to this as a 'transition week.' What that means is he transitions from a little bit of work to probably full activity. There won't be that much activity this week because we're just so banged up that we won't be able to do a whole lot. But ... we'll look at it at the end of the week and decide where we go with that.". (BillsReport.com)
Man Suffers Head Injury In Bicycle Crash Nov 4, 2009
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. POSTED: 1:21 pm PST November 3, 2009UPDATED: 1:22 pm PST November 3, 2009. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Child injured after falling out of moving truck Nov 3, 2009
Gilbert Fire spokesman Capt. Mike Connor said the boy was apparently in the back of a truck that was traveling 5 to 10 mph near Power and Germann roads when he fell out and suffered a head injury ... A helicopter flew the child to Maricopa Medical Center to be treated for the head injury and facial lacerations. (AZCentral -- News)
Revenge is sweet for Panthers Nov 3, 2009
Brad Hoover suffered a high ankle sprain and Tony Fiammett a head injury. Peppers was a force, returning an interception for a touchdown in the second quarter and chasing down Warner for a fourth-quarter sack to cause a fumble that essentially clinched the victory. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Suicide bomber kills 35 in Pakistan Nov 3, 2009
I was sitting on the pavement outside to wait for my turn, said Mushtaq, who suffered a head injury. The bomb went off with a big bang. (Boston Globe)
Meyer goes soft on Spikes with half-game suspension (UPDATED) Nov 3, 2009
I still don t understand in a world of head injury awareness they let spikes on the field with a helmet that obviously doesn t fit him. He spends more time with his helmet off than on. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Spartans Down Northwood, 76-45, in Exhibition Play Nov 2, 2009
MSU was without likely starters and who each missed the game due to injury while left the game with a head injury after playing just seven minutes. The Spartans will play their final exhibition game on Monday, Nov. 9 when they host Grand Valley State at 7 p.m.. (Msuspartans.com)
Two people stabbed in Phoenix Nov 2, 2009
Two people apparently sustained minor stab wounds, one was hit with a bat and another needed stitches to close a head injury, Phoenix Police Department Sgt. Trent Crump said. The fight involved at least a dozen people. (AZCentral -- News)
As a donor, Fred keeps on living Nov 1, 2009
Fred was flown to North Memorial Medical Center in Robbinsdale and doctors were optimistic at first, despite his extensive head injury. Fred had squeezed his mom's hand before going into surgery and doctors told them Fred would probably need a couple of months but he'd be able to return to work at that time. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Robber in skeleton mask beaten by partygoers Nov 1, 2009
Pare had a severe head injury and broken nose and was hospitalized, according to police. Three people sustained minor injuries in the scuffle. (AZCentral -- News)
Woman, 79, Struck During Home Invasion Nov 1, 2009
The victim suffered a minor head injury. Police say she was unable to provide a detailed description of her attacker, because she is almost legally blind. (7 KETV Omaha)
Broncos v. Ravens Game Preview Nov 1, 2009
--LB was limited in practice Thursday with a head injury but should start Sunday. Concussions are becoming a trend for Gooden this season. (BroncosUpdate.com)
Hiess returns, Macks win Nov 1, 2009
Gilles was in for starter Shawn Ingli after Ingli left with a head injury. McDonell also picked Gilles off in the fourth. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
DEAN’S PLAY SURPRISES BOTH COACH AND PLAYER SATURDAY (11) Nov 1, 2009
Brown, a sophomore from Killeen, Texas, suffered a head injury during last week s 38-12 win over Edward Waters College and didn t practice all week. He watched Saturday s game in sweats and a jersey as he was held out for what Coleman called precautionary reasons. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Kendall County Sheriff's Department (2) Nov 1, 2009
A 22-year-old woman had suffered a head injury when she fell after losing consciousness. She was transported to University Hospital. (Boerne Star, TX)
Boerne Police Department (3) Nov 1, 2009
12:55 p.m., Johns l - EMS treated a man's minor head injury after a two-vehicle wreck. 3:27 p.m., 100 Mesquite - Officers couldn't find the speeding and noisy blue sport bike a caller complained about. (Boerne Star, TX)
The fastest and fearsome bowlers of all time Oct 31, 2009
That's the only way to play fast bowling," he says, with a laugh. In the Barbados Test, during India's tour of the West Indies in 1982-83 , Amarnath was forced to retire hurt after sustaining a head injury that needed to be stitched up. On his return to the crease, he was again greeted with a bouncer; he hooked it straight to the fence. Holding once explained why Jimmy was different: "He had this great ability to withstand pain. A fast bowler knows when a batsman is in pain, but Jimmy would only... (India Times, India)
