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    Mar 19

    Working with can be tricky. Comorbidities like are difficult and symptoms may not appear immediately. Resources are available to providers to help guide them. have tools for providers working with TBIs. Visit

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    Mar 17

    Don’t forget to join us for our Virtual Medical Museum Science Café on March 23 at 6p.m as we host staff from the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence.

    Alt text: A woman in sunglasses hugs a man in uniform. The woman is holding an American flag. We see them from their shoulders up; the woman faces us and the man has his back to us. There is a green side bar and words at the bottom: "Virtual Science Cafe by the National Museum of Health and Medicine."
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    Mar 17

    Wearing the right safety equipment (for work or recreation) is one way to prevent , protect your vision and hearing, and stay mission ready Learn more at 🌐

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    Mar 16

    The brain affects how we think, feel, and act. can affect physical function, thinking ability, behavior, mental health, and more. Don’t let symptoms go unchecked. Talk to your health care provider and get help.

    U.S. Army Sgt. Eduardo Hiraldo poses for a photo.
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    Mar 12

    💪 can with the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence’s resources for avoiding a & managing a current injury while in a provider’s care. Visit

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    Mar 11

    Talking to your child about the effects traumatic brain injuries have on loved ones can be tough. Find ways you can help them understand from :

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    Mar 10

    With more than 426,000 service members diagnosed with a first-time since 2000, we remain committed to providing solutions, care, and protection for the brain health of our military. Learn more: .

    Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness
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    Mar 9

    There are about 5.5 million military caregivers in the U.S. who are the backbones in injured service members’ and veterans’ recovery. The caregivers we’ve spoken to wouldn’t have it any other way, but they fill a demanding role that can strain their physical and mental health.

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    Mar 9

    💜 with the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence’s tools and resources to help you who care for service members & veterans with manage your physical & mental health. Visit

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    Mar 7

    with the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence's clinical recommendations, fact sheets, and resources. Visit to learn more.

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    Mar 7

    Family and friends can be a key part of your journey. Many loved ones provide support as , & friends and family can help spot that you might miss! Check out a list of TBI symptoms on : .

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    Mar 2

    Too many service members have been diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury, an injury that is easy to dismiss yet can lead to serious health issues. March is Brain Injury Awareness month. Let’s spread awareness and address .

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    Mar 4

    is considered the signature wound of war in the 21st century. According to , almost 500,000 service members have been diagnosed with a first-time TBI since 2000. The NICoE is here for our heroes--check out our offerings: .

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    Mar 4

    💜 with the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence’s tools and resources to help you who care for service members & veterans with manage your physical & mental health. Visit

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    Mar 2

    Traumatic Brain Injuries () can have long lasting effects. Capt. (Dr.) Scott Pyne sees March’s Brain Injury Awareness Month as an opportunity to highlight how the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence works to improve recovery rates. .

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    Mar 2

    March as Brain Injury Awareness Month (). Let’s raise awareness of traumatic brain injury () and work to improve care and treatment for our service members and veterans who have been affected. with resources from .

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    Mar 1

    March is . According to TBI's Center of Excellence, as of Feb. 2021, 430,720 service members have been diagnosed w/ a first-time TBI since 2000. We're committed to protecting the brain health of our Joint Force. Read more:

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    Feb 23

    On March 3rd, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., join in collaboration with in recognizing March as Awareness Month for a FREE virtual webinar centered on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) family caregiving. Register here:

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  19. 10 Sep 2020

    Micah is a veteran who sustained multiple TBIs — during intense combat in Iraq and as a result of physical assault because of his sexuality. He credits yoga and clinical treatment with alleviating his ongoing symptoms.

    TBI Champion - Micah Norgard
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  20. 30 Aug 2020

    Gabriela is a former combat medic and current Regional Education Coordinator with ’s . She helps empower service members and military leaders to identify signs of brain injury to ensure proper treatment. 🧠

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