Category Archives: Health and Science

Inside the NFL’s Brain Bank

A peek inside the lab of the NFL Brain Bank, following the process from donation through research to results and goals for the future of concussion research.  Read the full story on PopularMechanics.com here.

Go overtime for safety as young athletes heal

Concussions are a problem for all athletes but may prove even more dangerous for youth since a longer recovery time is needed.  Link to the full article, which also ran on page 69 of of the April 27 sports section.

Polytrauma center offers hope for TBI, PTSD

A new bill in Congress is working to give veterans who suffered traumatic brain injuries access to necessary care by building a polytrauma center easily accessible to the rural Pacific northwest.  Full story for Military Times here.

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