All articles tagged with #braininjury
Six Flags Magic Mountain has temporarily closed the X2 rollercoaster after two riders suffered brain injuries within days of each other; a CNN investigation documents decades of injuries and concerns about how the ride has been inspected, and the company recently settled a wrongful-death lawsuit tied to the ride as authorities review safety.
A UK study published in Nature Communications found that COVID-19 can cause brain injury months after infection, even when blood tests show minimal inflammation. Researchers analyzed 800 hospitalized patients and found persistent blood markers of brain damage, particularly in those with rapid onset of symptoms and COVID-19-induced brain complications. The study highlights the potential for ongoing inflammation and brain damage that standard blood tests may not detect, contributing to a range of long COVID symptoms including neurological issues, fatigue, and heart problems.