Mind & BrainApril 1, 2008
Brain Injury's Toll
Aging veterans with head trauma experience faster cognitive decline
The Science of Concussion and Brain Injury
How medicine, sports and society are trying to heal and protect the brains of millions amidst the growing awareness of the long-lasting effects of traumatic head injury
Mind & BrainOctober 4, 2007
New Head Protection for Footballers
A new high-tech helmet allows coaches and sideline doctors to spot concussions and other dangerous injuries on the football field, in real-time. The head gear has sensors that send impact measurements wirelessly. For more on this story, please read Larry Greenemeier's October 4 article on Sciam.com news.
TechnologyOctober 3, 2007
Sensor-Rigged Helmet Gives Football Players a Heads Up on Concussions
An Illinois high school ponies up $60,000 for helmets designed to protect players against brain and spinal injuries
Mind & BrainMay 2, 2007
Boxing Batters Brain Even With Headgear
Amateur boxers, wearing headgear, still suffered insult to the brain in some cases equivalent to a small stroke.
HealthApril 20, 2007
Bike Helmet Laws Translate To Less Kid Brain Damage
A review of good-quality studies finds that legislation making bike helmets mandatory for kids causes significant reduction in head trauma cases.
HealthApril 26, 1999
What happens to the brain during a concussion?