Misconduct but no crime Aug 30, 2008
The U.S. Justice Department has better things to do than to investigate the sad case of a young volunteer firefighter who joins her fellow conventioneers in a drinking binge and then dies from a head injury. The Portland Oregonian has just completed an unusual series of five daily editorials recounting the case of Shannon Halvorson, 20, from Prineville, who died in Albany in 2003. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
View from the cop: Helmets Aug 30, 2008
He had no head injury with the exception of a concussion. Luckily he had no soft-tissue internal injuries either. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Game ball To The Defense in 34-0 Shutout Aug 29, 2008
After Beecher left the game with a slight head injury, came in, and he and led the team to 21 straight points and a respectable score over a ragged Wolfpack team that never should have been still in contention for a win that late in the game. After the game, Spurrier said, I appreciate our fans being patient with our offense. (GamecockInsider.com)
Arab warning after 'racist death' Aug 29, 2008
Mohammed Al-Majed, 16, suffered a serious head injury outside a takeaway in Hastings and died two days later. Ghazi Abdullah al-Majed told the BBC his nephew had complained about hostility towards Arabs in the town. (BBC News -- UK)
Report: O.J. Knocked on Floor by Daughter During Fight Aug 29, 2008
Arnelle reportedly was furious about girlfriend Christie Prody's alleged drinking habits and knocked her 61-year-old dad onto the ground, giving him a head injury, according to the News. "Christie has some problems with drinking, and Arnelle got mad," the News' source spilled. (Fox News)
One youth stabbed, one beaten in Troy Aug 29, 2008
The other youth, who suffered the head injury, was taken to Samaritan Hospital in Troy where his condition was not immediately known. It was unclear whether the stabbing and beating were connected, Gabriel said. (Albany Times Union)
Bizarre--> Technology--> Aug 29, 2008
Chris Smelley, who started seven games at quarterback in 2007, led the Gamecocks on three touchdown drives after Beecher left the game late in the third quarter with what was described as a head injury. He completed all five of his passes for 92 yards and two scores. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Tough night for quarterbacks Aug 29, 2008
Beecher left the game after suffering what South Carolina officials called a "head injury." Beecher, a junior from Concord, completed 12 of 22 passes for 106 yards and four interceptions. Spurrier rarely showed such patience with his quarterbacks at Florida, preferring to play musical QBs, juggling two or three of them at a time. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Man charged over skateboard bashing Aug 29, 2008
Paramedics arrived to find him unconscious with what appeared to be a closed head injury. "He needed urgent transport to hospital ... without waiting for any back-up ambulances," the ambulance spokesman said. (Ninemsn)
Two Indicted In Murder Of Central Texas Man Aug 29, 2008
Officers found Garcia lying in a field bleeding from a head injury. He died about a week later in a local hospital. (KWTX.com, TX)
Conroe man charged with killing autistic boy Aug 29, 2008
An autopsy showed the child had suffered a serious head injury, a broken arm, multiple bruises in different stages of healing and what appeared to be burns to the bottom of his feet. The mother and her boyfriend, Chase Cannon, were both questioned last week. (KHOU.com, TX)
Blagojevich on third term: I'm a great governor Aug 28, 2008
" IlliniFan wrote on Aug 27, 2008 4:15 PM:" I think he's had a head injury. " Not so Political wrote on Aug 27, 2008 4:09 PM:" The sad thing is that everyone hates him but everyone keeps voting him back into office. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Condition of Hanford boy injured in fight improves Aug 28, 2008
Police found the boy lying in the street, bleeding from a head injury apparently caused by his head hitting the asphalt. The boy was rushed to Hanford Community Medical Center and then transferred to Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno, where he was in critical condition and on life-support equipment overnight Tuesday. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Drug May Lower Cerebral Palsy Risk Aug 28, 2008
Though some children develop it after a head injury or brain infection, such as bacterial meningitis, the majority of cases occur just before birth, during delivery, or soon thereafter. "As an obstetrician, so often you feel like you have nothing to offer a woman facing this situation," says Dr. Catherine Spong, chief of the pregnancy and perinatology branch of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and one of the study's authors. (Time.com)
Man gets 33 years for plowing SUV into UNC students Aug 27, 2008
One person had a head injury and several were cut and bruised from jumping out of the SUV's path, but no one stayed in the hospital overnight, Orange County District Attorney Jim Woodall said. Victim Karen Harman said in court yesterday that when she saw a Jeep coming toward her, she assumed it was headed to The Pit to do work. (Boston Globe)
Ark. man killed after exchanging fire with police Aug 27, 2008
(AP) - An armed man who was killed by police after a long standoff had been "troubled" after he suffered a head injury years ago and moved in with his parents -- the man's pastor says ... Farling says Smith had suffered a head injury in a car accident about eight years ago and had spent about a year in a hospital bed. (WREG.com, TN)
Family pays tribute to 'charming' Qatari boy killed in 'racist' attack Aug 27, 2008
The teenager hit his head on the pavement during the assault and received a serious head injury, detectives said yesterday. Witnesses said that the teenager was with a group of friends when they were attacked by a gang of white youths, who hurled insults at them before pelting them with bottles. (Independent)
Finding the right shoes helps prevent injuries Aug 27, 2008
They can also relieve pressure by providing support behind a problem area such as a callous, a neuroma or a metatarsal head injury. Common problems like flatfoot, excessive rolling of the foot and ankle or leg length inequality can also benefit from the use of orthotics. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Father Charged in Infant Son's Death Aug 27, 2008
The Department of Social Services called the Sheriff's Office while the infant, Jacy Marcus Henderson-Bullard, was being treated for an apparent head injury at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital. The infant was flown later to Wake Forest University Baptist Hospital where he died. (The Pilot Newspaper)
More of this story Aug 27, 2008
Blakey said he did not recall any injuries to officers, but said the man sustained a head injury during his arrest. The whole idea behind it is a preventative thing, Councilman Paul Carroll said. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Incredible Rescue: Mom Found Alive Aug 27, 2008
She suffered multiple fractures and a possible head injury along with dehydration and mild hypothermia. A hospital spokeswoman said Tuesday that Pennell was in critical condition. (ABC News)
Toddler shot with airgun critical Aug 26, 2008
The ambulance spokeswoman said: "When crews arrived they found an 18-month-old boy who had suffered a very serious head injury. "They were told that it had been caused by an airgun. " A spokesman for the hospital confirmed it was still treating the boy but was "not at liberty to confirm anything else". The spokesman said: "I know this is a subject of police interest already and we will know more as time goes on. (BBC News -- UK)
A&M RB Lane questionable for opener with injuries Aug 26, 2008
"He had the stinger in the shoulder, the neck injury, and at the same time, he had a head injury," Sherman said. "Now, whether we actually labeled it -- we're so sensitive on how we label head injuries. A concussion? I can't honestly tell you that. But he's had some headaches.". (ESPN -- College Football News)
Qatari student, 16, dies after 'race' attack Aug 26, 2008
Another student suffered a head injury needing six stitches. "I blame myself for not saving Mohammed, but where I come from, we are not used to this kind of thing happening. At home, we never need to defend ourselves like that," said the boy, who did not want to be named. (guardian.co.uk)
Rush Hour Crash Sends 4 To Hospital Aug 26, 2008
A 12-year-old passenger in the car who was wearing a seat belt suffered a head injury from hitting the windshield. An 8-month-old was hit by an object in the car and suffered a slight bruise. (7 KETV Omaha)
Eastern student falls off car Aug 26, 2008
The student, who is from Boyertown, suffered a head injury in the incident that occurred around 10 p.m. on the college campus, according to Lt. A.J. Antonini III. A number of students had piled into a car for a trip to a fast-food restaurant when, unbeknownst to them, the 19-year-old jumped onto the trunk of the car, then fell off, Antonini said. The student was transported to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania suffering from head trauma, police said. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Tryans tie for first place in team roping Aug 25, 2008
He was unable to compete last year, after sustaining a serious head injury in a car wreck. But I m OK now, said Chase. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Woman dies and man injured in sea Aug 25, 2008
A man was rescued from the water opposite the Cenotaph but had suffered a serious head injury which police believe may have occurred as he was crashed against the sea wall by waves. As officers were dealing with the rescue they were informed a woman was also in the water. (BBC News -- UK)
Teenager becomes 24th stabbing victim after weekend violence Aug 25, 2008
In the early hours of Saturday morning, an 18-year-old man was left in a critical condition after suffering a severe head injury in a street attack in the town of Walton, Essex. And on Saturday night, a man died in hospital in Birmingham after being shot in the chest. (Independent)
State bid to close care home angers some Aug 25, 2008
In January, a resident died from a head injury after falling out of bed and the home failed to report the incident properly, according to the state's report. Neglect was cited in a March case in which hospital officials identified signs of starvation and dehydration in a resident who was transferred there. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Court Calls $8-a-Day Med-Mal Award for Amputee a 'Miscarriage of Justice' Aug 23, 2008
24 (1992), found the verdict, for a head injury requiring lifetime medication to prevent seizures, was "shockingly low," which it attributed to the plaintiff's record as a felon and drug user. In Barrie v. Central R.R. Co., 71 N.J. Super. (Law.com)
Gillett football team mourns death of captain Aug 23, 2008
Following the afternoon accident that claimed Demers life, while also putting teammate Blair Hicks in a Green Bay hospital with a head injury, the Tigers were understandably shaken. Kamps elected to still have practice the next morning as scheduled. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Santana gets best of Oswalt for Mets victory Aug 23, 2008
Perhaps the teams best player before his second head injury in less than three months on May 20, Church beat out a grounder to deep third in the second inning for a hit and went 1-for-3. I was glad to just test it. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Santana shuts down Astros for 3-0 win Aug 23, 2008
Perhaps the team's best player before his second head injury in less than three months on May 20, Church beat out a grounder to deep third in the second inning for a hit. Schneider then put to rest Church's pregame joking that he did not have a big bat behind him for protection by homering to right for a 3-0 lead. (USA Today -- Sports)
Officer, driver both indicted Aug 23, 2008
He was also treated for a head injury. Ali, who was suspended without pay, is in the process of being fired, Mayor Gary Gottschalk said. (Cleveland.com -- News)
Finding the right shoes helps prevent injuries Aug 23, 2008
They can also relieve pressure by providing support behind a problem area such as a callous, a neuroma or a metatarsal head injury. Common problems like flatfoot, excessive rolling of the foot and ankle or leg length inequality can also benefit from the use of orthotics. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
R'ville man killed after wreck; 20-year-old hit by passing van after exiting car Aug 23, 2008
After leaving the car, Gidcumb reportedly went onto the roadway and laid down while complaining of a head injury. Moments later, a 2005 Dodge van, occupied by William (65) and Carol (61) Devoss of Russellville was traveling east on Ky. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Chinese animal rights victory takes cats off the menu Aug 23, 2008
Lu Di, director of the Small Animal Protection Association, said: "The demonstrators were afraid that the killings were continuing behind the closed doors so they made their way inside. They found cats crammed inside tiny wire cages about 10cm [4ins] high. About 80 police officers arrived and there were scuffles. One man suffered a head injury and is still in hospital.". To avoid further clashes, the Hebei provincial government allowed the cats to be taken to Ms Lu's shelter in Beijing. (Yahoo News -- Animal Rights & Welfare)
Alcohol Involved in Summerville Boat Crash Aug 23, 2008
The most seriously hurt, one of the men, suffered what police called a head injury. Police say alcohol was involved in the crash. (R News)
Residents Blame Sharp Curve In Road For Traffic Death Aug 23, 2008
Current Conditions 72. E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Close call for US in qualifier Aug 22, 2008
Beasley replaced Eddie Lewis in the 56th minute after Lewis left the game with a head injury. Canadian goaltender Pat Onstad was the victim of an own goal which allowed Jamaica to tie their Group 2 match 1-1. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Gasol leads Spain past Lithuania 91-86 Aug 22, 2008
Rudy Fernandez bounced back from a third-quarter head injury to score 18 for the Spaniards, who will face either the U.S. or Argentina for the gold medal on Sunday. The U.S. drubbed Spain 119-82 in pool play. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Peoria teenager charged in DUI accident Aug 21, 2008
Goodell was transported to OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria where she was diagnosed with a closed head injury, court records said. Hospital officials said they had no records of Goodell. (Pekin Times, IL)
$75M for trauma care at risk Aug 21, 2008
Ben Shuman suffered a severe head injury and was airlifted to Grady hospital, where the quick care was vital to his recovery, she said. Now he is driving, living on his own and making his own decisions, she said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Donations sought for Shepard transportation Aug 21, 2008
Shepard suffered a severe head injury and was airlifted to Iowa Methodist Hospital. He is currently listed in serious but stable condition. (Knoxville Journal Express, IA)
Pucko: Undignified Downsizing Aug 21, 2008
Andrews lapsed into a coma and died of a head injury the next day. To his friends and family this is a tragedy of immeasurable proportions, and even if we are willing to concede that this is an isolated incident perpetrated by a convicted felon, it should cause us all pause. (R News)
Hydetown man in serious condition after crash Aug 21, 2008
Although Winkleman was wearing his seatbelt, he received a head injury and was flown to Hamot Medical Center for treatment, police said. He was in serious condition Thursday morning, a Hamot nursing supervisor said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Judge denies injunction against senator Aug 20, 2008
Haleigh Poutre was hospitalized with a severe head injury in 2005 when she was 11 years old. Her case drew attention when her condition improved just after state child welfare officials got court permission to withdraw her feeding tube, saying she had no brain function. (Boston Globe)
Richland Horse Trials draw sport's top riders Aug 20, 2008
Canole went down a list of injuries Chiacchia suffered -- broken bones and ribs, punctured and collapsed lungs and a massive head injury -- that had family, friends and doctors wondering for weeks if, ``He'd breath on his own, walk, remember who he was or even survive. . (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Washington's star QB Locker returns to practice Aug 20, 2008
Locker missed only one game last season, the week after he suffered a head injury against Oregon State and was taken off the field on a stretcher. "I haven't had any pain. Everything I'm doing they want me to do it pain free. That was the case yesterday," Locker said. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Receiver-shy Bengals forgive, re-sign Henry Aug 20, 2008
Parker Buckley, an exercise rider for trainer Steve Asmussen, has died after suffering a head injury in a riding accident Monday at Saratoga (N.Y.) Race Course. He had been placed in a medically induced coma and was taken off life support yesterday after his family arrived. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Cougars 1-25 Aug 20, 2008
CB: Pittman was having a great week of practice before going down with a head injury. Now that hes back hell make a strong push to unseat Howard from his starting cornerback spot. (TotalBlueSports.com)
Regional Roundup Aug 20, 2008
Though his injuries did not initially appear life-threatening, he was taken by medical helicopter to UC Davis Medical Center for observation in case of a head injury. Russell, who was wearing his seat belt, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and child endangerment, both felonies. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
THP releases names of ATV wreck victims Aug 20, 2008
McDonald suffered a head injury, broken wrist, facial abrasions and was unaware of his surroundings, according to police scanner traffic Sunday. Story created Aug 19, 2008 - 14:33:43 EDT.. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Knox Co. student dies after school accident Aug 19, 2008
Knox County Schools spokesman Russ Oaks says the student suffered a head injury Wednesday afternoon after falling from a moving vehicle on the Byington-Solway Technology Center campus, where he was taking a class. David Boggan, an administrator at the technology center, and Doyle Shultz, a teacher, have been placed on leave with pay while the accident is investigated by the school system and the Knox County Sheriff's Office. (WREG.com, TN)
Arena new Galaxy coach Lee continues strong play at U.S. Amateur golf Aug 19, 2008
" One of just three fillies to win America's greatest race, Genuine Risk died Monday at Newstead Farm in Upperville, Va., at the advanced age of 31. After her Derby win, Genuine Risk finished second to Codex in a controversial Preakness and second to Temperence Hill in the Belmont Stakes, marking the only time a filly has finished in the money in all three Triple Crown races. She won 10 of 15 races for Hall of Fame trainer Leroy Jolley. Injured: An exercise rider for trainer Steve Asmussen was... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Browns QB Anderson injured against Giants Aug 19, 2008
Head coach Romeo Crennel said the hand ailment was minor, but was most concerned with the head injury. "We will have to see how he is tomorrow," he said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Exercise rider gravely injured at Saratoga Aug 19, 2008
Trainer Steve Asmussen told the Daily Racing Form that Buckley was in a medically induced coma after suffering a head injury in a training accident on the Oklahoma Training Track. Asmussen said Buckley was given a CT scan at Saratoga Hospital that detected bleeding on the brain. (Albany Times Union)
Rays closer Percival won't have surgery Aug 19, 2008
Parker Buckley, 40, an exercise rider for trainer Steve Asmussen, was placed in a medically induced coma after suffering a head injury in a riding accident at Saratoga Race Course. Andre Iguodala, who helped the Philadelphia 76ers reach the playoffs for the first time in three years, agreed to a six-year contract worth a reported $80 million. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
ATV wreck claims one Aug 19, 2008
According to police scanner traffic the victim transported to Vanderbilt suffered a head injury, broken wrist, facial abrasions and was not aware of his or her surroundings. The dispatcher said Lewis County Sheriff s Department and Tennessee Highway Patrol responded to the scene. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Case closed? Aug 18, 2008
He was a veteran of World War II and spoke with an intense stutter, a lingering effect from a head injury he suffered when an ammunition truck exploded. It also left his entire body scarred and, according to his prison records, he still had a bullet lodged in his right buttocks. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Arrest made in June Parkade injury (3) Aug 18, 2008
Cody Beninga, 23, suffered a head injury after being knocked to the ground in the 300 block of Main Street June 4. Friends had taken him to Sartori Hospital, and he was later transferred to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Sacramento Photo Gallery: Conrad Delivers Win Aug 18, 2008
He is expected to begin his rehab assignment with the River Cats this weekOutfielder is making progress in his recovery from a head injury. He has been battling headaches, but Buck has been able to take batting practice over the past few days and could return soon was sent up from High-A Stockton to replace on the Sacramento roster. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Ten-Year-Old on Bike Struck by Car Aug 17, 2008
Irondequoit, N.Y. -- A ten-year-old boy is recovering from a head injury after he was hit by a car while riding his bike. Irondequoit Police say three children on their bikes were crossing at the intersection of North Goodman Street and East Ridge Road against the light. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Family trying to regain normalcy after boy gets encephalitis from mosquito Aug 17, 2008
When he does walk, he wears a football helmet without the face mask to protect him from a potential head injury. He easily loses his balance and already has fallen several times. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
