Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most significant — and, in many cases, most commonly overlooked — losses anyone can experience in a fall, an automobile accident, a sports-related incident, or any other scenario that causes a considerable force to the skull. Here are two of the most important things to remember if you or someone you know sustains an injury of this nature. DON’T PUSH PAIN ASIDE. Naturally, nobody plans to have a serious accident, and our lives are often disrupted in the aftermath. Although we all have daily obligations to fulfill, ignoring persistent pain or the simple feeling that something isn’t quite right with your health after an accident is the worst thing you can do for your TIPS FOR THRIVING HEAD TRAUMA
When our furry friends get sick, it’s up to us to bring them in for a veterinary appointment. It’s part of the responsibility of being a pet owner, but stray animals have no owners. Who takes care of them when they most need it? Sadly, help is beyond their reach in many cases. However, some dogs won’t let anything stand in their way, especially if it’s a difference between life and death. In January 2025, a stray mother dog noticed her puppy stopped moving and jumped into action. Without an owner to guide her, the mother brought her baby to a local veterinarian clinic in Istanbul, Turkey. The staff saw the dog standing outside their door, so they checked on her and noticed the lifeless puppy. The pup was freezing cold, and the vet wasn’t even sure if it was still alive! The vet could not hear the puppy’s heartbeat with a stethoscope, so he checked it with a needle, which provided promising results! The dog was alive but had a very slow heartbeat. The vet used a blow dryer to warm the puppy up, and before long, it was awake and moving again. All the while, the mother was at the puppy’s side with her head perched on the examination table. So, how did the puppy’s mother know where to take her baby? This wasn’t her first encounter with this vet clinic; the same doctor was already treating the puppy’s littermate after good Samaritans brought her to the same clinic a few days earlier. Both puppies have been reunited with their mother and are all under the close eye of the clinic. Whether discussing humans or dogs, parents are willing to do whatever it takes to ensure their children survive and thrive. However, dogs might have to be more creative with their efforts. STRAY DOG OUTSMARTS FATE AND SAVES HER PUPPY’S LIFE
ongoing well-being. Paying attention to how you feel is especially important after experiencing a head injury, as the extent of the damage caused may not be fully revealed for weeks or even several months. Common signs of a TBI include mood changes, feeling easily overwhelmed, changes in speech, memory issues, and noticeable changes in mobility. These issues may be telltale signs that your mind and body are reacting to considerable trauma that may manifest itself in even worse ways over time.
Spine Injury I Spinal injuries are among the most devastating — and preventable — health issues someone can endure. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 15 million people worldwide were living with some form of spinal cord injury as of 2021. Most commonly caused by motor vehicle accidents and severe falls, these injuries lead to equally debilitating secondary conditions that further impede the victim’s quality of life. Here is an overview of additional facts regarding spinal injuries and their effect on victims and communities. THE SCALE OF SEVERITY Spinal injuries are classified as either incomplete or complete. People who’ve sustained incomplete injuries still experience a level of function and feeling and generally have some control of their muscles below the affected area.
Those who endure complete spinal injuries lose all nerve communication below the injured area, leading to a complete loss of muscle control, feeling, and function. Spinal injury victims often need the assistance of specialized equipment — ranging from braces and wheelchairs to neural prosthetics and computerized tools — to perform everyday tasks.
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