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legal-and-safety16 days ago•3 min saved

Wave of Lawsuits Targets Six Flags X2 Coaster Over Alleged Brain Injuries

Three new lawsuits have been filed against Six Flags, alleging that the X2 roller coaster at Magic Mountain caused severe brain injuries to over 100 riders in the past two years. The legal action follows a recent CNN investigation that linked the ride to multiple hospitalizations and deaths. Plaintiffs, including two women who underwent emergency brain surgery in July, claim the park ignored known safety risks. Six Flags has kept the ride closed since July 12 but declined to comment on the new claims, while attorneys expect more suits to follow.

via CNN|

#brain-injury #california #lawsuits

entertainment21 days ago•16 min saved

Debby Ryan Reveals Severe Brain Injury and Grueling Rehab

Debby Ryan, the former Disney Channel star, says she suffered a life-changing brain injury years ago that left her out of commission for about six months and required a six‑month neurological rehab, including a fringe science treatment; she describes separate “pre- and post‑incident” versions of herself, notes that after her fifth concussion her symptoms worsened, and explains that some abilities haven’t fully returned while her eyes closed offer clearer perception in a loud, bright world. She credits an amazing support team and her family—she shares one child with husband Josh Dun—for helping her navigate the recovery.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#brain-injury #concussions #debby-ryan

entertainment22 days ago•41 min saved

Debby Ryan Reveals Lasting Brain Injury After Concussions

Debby Ryan, the former Disney Channel star known for Suite Life on Deck and Jessie, reveals she suffered a life-changing brain injury after years of migraines and multiple concussions. After a severe incident left her out of commission for months, she underwent neurological rehab; while some symptoms improved, she says there are lasting effects that did not fully return.

via Currently.com|

#brain-injury #concussions #debby-ryan

entertainment22 days ago•16 min saved

From Disney Star to Brain Injury Survivor: Debby Ryan’s Health Journey

Former Disney Channel star Debby Ryan revealed in a Mythical Kitchen interview that she suffered a life-changing brain injury after years of migraines and multiple concussions, including a minute-long shaking episode; she underwent about six months of neurological rehab and even tried fringe treatments, with some symptoms not fully returning, but she remains grateful for a strong support team.

via Variety|

#brain-injury #concussions #debby-ryan

health1 month ago•3 min saved

CNN probe ties Six Flags X2 to life-threatening brain injuries on two riders

CNN's investigation links two July brain injuries on Six Flags Magic Mountain's X2 roller coaster to life-threatening traumas: Pamela Guillen, 40, recovered after emergency brain surgery but needed rehab, and Naomi Greer-Wilkinson, 25, remains in a coma; the ride has been closed as California OSHA investigates, with doctors saying injuries resulted from traumatic acceleration-deceleration on the ride, which has a history of fatalities and prior settlements with Six Flags.

via FOX Carolina News|

#brain-injury #cnn-investigation #health

sports1 month 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

sports1 month 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

science2 months 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

california2 months 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

health2 months 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

legal2 months 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

health2 months 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-being3 months 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

opinion3 months 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

sports3 months 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