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sports11 days ago•383 min saved

Resilience in the Ring: Prichard Colón Dies at 33

Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón died at 33, 11 years after a 2015 bout in Fairfax, Virginia left him with irreversible neurological damage from a brain bleed that ended his career. The World Boxing Council and World Boxing Organization confirmed his death, with the WBC praising his resilience and naming him an honorary world champion as safety rules were tightened in boxing; the WBO called him a warrior. Colón had 16 straight wins before the Williams fight, which ended in a disqualification after cornermen removed his gloves in the 10th round.

via NBC News|

#boxing #brain-injury #prichard-colon

sports11 days ago•1 min saved

Former boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, 11 years after brain injury from 2015 bout

Former Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón died at 33, 11 years after suffering a severe brain injury that left him in a 221-day coma following a 2015 bout; his family sued the ringside doctor and promoters for allowing the fight to continue.

via The New York Times|

#boxing #brain-injury #coma

science21 days ago•5 min saved

Brain-injury survivor uncovers new Papua New Guinea fruit bat species

A bat expert who survived a traumatic brain injury retrained with support from the Daphne Jackson Trust, returned to research, and later identified a new fruit bat species in Papua New Guinea, originally nicknamed the 'Yoda' bat but renamed the 'happy tube-nosed fruit bat' to reflect local culture; she was later honored with an honorary doctorate for her sustainability and rainforest conservation work.

via bbc.com|

#bat #brain-injury #discovery

california21 days ago•5 min saved

Long Beach Warped Tour death prompts investigation into fatal brain injury

A concertgoer at the Vans Warped Tour in Long Beach suffered a traumatic brain injury on July 26 and died days later; Long Beach police say initial findings found no foul play, but the investigation continues and the medical examiner will determine the cause of death.

via Los Angeles Times|

#brain-injury #california #death

health29 days ago•5 min saved

Urban e-bikes linked to rise in brain injuries, sparking safety push

Doctors warn that electric bikes and similar micro-mobility devices are driving a surge in brain and facial injuries in urban areas, with studies showing low helmet use, alcohol involvement, and crashes with cars contributing to a growing neurosurgical burden. The trend has led to policy responses such as New Jersey’s rider registration/licensing law and calls for safer bike lanes, helmet programs, and speed enforcement to curb injuries and protect riders and pedestrians.

via New York Post|

#brain-injury #e-bikes #health

legal1 month ago•3 min saved

Emily Willis Rehab Brain Injury Case Ends in $3 Million Settlement

Emily Willis, the adult-film star, reportedly suffered anoxic brain injury after a California rehab stay for ketamine addiction, leaving her effectively immobile. Her mother filed a civil lawsuit alleging neglect by Malibu Summit, and a $3 million settlement was approved, with Willis to receive about $1.25 million after attorney fees and liens, while her mother remains conservator due to incapacitation. Malibu Summit denied wrongdoing.

via E! News|

#brain-injury #emily-willis #lawsuit

health1 month ago•60 min saved

Inside the Quiet: Real People Reveal What Being in a Coma Feels Like

BuzzFeed collects 23 firsthand accounts from coma survivors, detailing experiences that range from complete blankness with no dreams to vivid dreams and hallucinations, with memory gaps spanning days to years, varying awareness of the surrounding world, and post‑coma personality or cognitive changes. Some woke to conversations or sounds they couldn’t respond to, others had lucid-like experiences or memory fracturing, and outcomes vary from full recovery to lasting emotional or memory challenges.

via BuzzFeed|

#brain-injury #coma #consciousness

well-being1 month ago•21 min saved

Hospital Reunion Sparks Wedding for Brain-Injury Survivors

A Minnesota couple who first met while both were being treated for traumatic brain injuries have reconnected years later, got engaged in the hospital where they met, and are now preparing to marry, bonded by their shared experiences and mutual understanding.

via The Washington Post|

#brain-injury #hospital #minnesota

opinion1 month ago•105 min saved

CTE at 24: Kneeland’s case renews the warning about football's brain toll

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, who died by suicide at 24 after a high-speed chase, was found to have Stage 1 chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), highlighting that football-related brain damage can begin early and accumulate over time. The piece argues there may be no safe upper limit to playing football for brain health, situates Kneeland’s case within a long history of CTE concerns in the NFL, and notes ongoing debates about youth participation and safety in the sport.

via MS NOW|

#brain-injury #cte #football-safety

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

ALS and football: recognizing the link that should not be ignored

Former NFL running back Chris Johnson publicly revealed his ALS diagnosis; the piece argues that a proven link between football and ALS exists, citing studies showing NFL players have about four times higher ALS risk and noting that the link should be acknowledged in discussions of the sport’s risks for players and parents, while also acknowledging that head injuries risk spans many sports.

via NBC Sports|

#als #brain-injury #chris-johnson

entertainment2 months ago•182 min saved

Emilia Clarke reveals two brain hemorrhages in her 20s and her recovery journey

Emilia Clarke spoke publicly about surviving two brain hemorrhages in her twenties, describing years of fatigue and other symptoms she initially ignored. Now leading the brain-recovery charity SameYou, she credits neuroscience work with David Putrino at Mount Sinai for her renewed energy and sense of self after the trauma, and she spoke about the ongoing impact of brain injury while at Variety’s Power of Women London event.

via CNN|

#brain-hemorrhages #brain-injury #emilia-clarke

science2 months ago•14 min saved

Neuroplasticity at Work: How Early Rehab Can Rewrite a Broken Brain

A leading neurorehabilitation doctor argues that the adult brain can recover after stroke or head injury through early, intensive, targeted therapy that exploits neuroplasticity; Claire’s year-long progress—from no speech and paralysis to speaking and using her right arm with help from music therapy—shows what consistent rehab can achieve, even months after injury, while post-discharge care remains uneven and underfunded; the piece also notes potential future treatments (drugs, brain stimulation, VR) and the broader case for investing in brain health to cut long-term costs.

via The Guardian|

#brain-injury #neuroplasticity #rehabilitation

health3 months ago•5 min saved

Fish oil's EPA may hamper brain repair after repeated head injuries

A study, largely in mice, suggests long-term EPA from fish oil can destabilize brain blood vessel walls and block repair signals after repeated mild head injuries, while promoting tau buildup. Researchers caution that the findings may not directly translate to humans and that fish oil’s effects are context-dependent, underscoring the need for more research on its risks and benefits especially for those at risk of brain trauma.

via Fox News|

#brain-injury #epa #fish-oil

health-and-medicine4 months ago•8 min saved

EPA in Fish Oil Linked to Slower Brain Repair After Repeated TBIs

A MUSC study suggests EPA from fish oil may hinder brain repair and vascular stability after repeated mild traumatic brain injuries, with DHA showing different effects, highlighting context-dependent omega-3 impacts and the need for precision nutrition research.

via Science Daily|

#brain-injury #epa #fish-oil

boxing4 months ago•3 min saved

Shadasia Green in ICU After Brain Bleed From Fight

Former unified super middleweight champion Shadasia Green suffered a brain bleed during Friday’s loss to Lani Daniels at Madison Square Garden and remains in the ICU on the road to recovery. Doctors identified a 9-millimeter brain bleed treated with medication (no surgery); Green says she’s recovering with her wife and mother by her side. Her boxing license is listed as indefinitely suspended by the New York State Athletic Commission pending neurological clearance.

via Boxing Scene|

#boxing #brain-injury #icu