May 6, 2022, was a clear weekend for competitive skydiving at a Hoke County, North Carolina parachute center. Skydivers came from around the region, including other states, to partake in the competition. Scott Trimble traveled from Ohio for the event. He had recently advanced from a student to a licensed parachuter. The event weighted participants […]
Director of WakeMed Neuropsychology Laurie Leach, PhD, ABN, explains what’s next for the program in 2023. WakeMed is home to one of Wake County’s most accomplished brain and spine health centers as well as comprehensive rehabilitation programs — housed within the rehab division is WakeMed’s neuropsychology program. What is Neuropsychology? But, what exactly is neuropsychology? […]
Wednesday, July 10, 2019 was just a typical day for the Lorig household — a dedicated, hardworking military family stationed in North Carolina. Colleen Lorig’s husband, an Army soldier, was preparing for a deployment. As part of that preparation, he left for work at 5:00 a.m. His wife, Colleen, also got up early to help […]
When it comes to concussions, how much do you know? Test your knowledge of concussions with these interesting myths and facts related to concussions. MYTH: Helmets are an effective way to prevent concussions. FACT: Concussions occur when the brain shakes inside the skull. The brain is surrounded by fluid and has space to move around, […]
Prevent Brain Injury. Here’s how! Tip 1: At Play Wear American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM) approved head protection for your sport. Don’t slide headfirst into base. Don’t dive into shallow water. Your clothes should not interfere with your vision. Tip 2: At Home Use hand railings. Secure rugs. Put away toys. Install grab bars […]
A concussion can be a serious injury, but it is not a life sentence by any means. You CAN get better when you pursue the right approach to treatment with a provider who understands the injury. What is a concussion? A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow or sudden jolt […]
Thanks and high paws to everyone who voted to help Scully advance in the 2012 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards. Scully is currently in eighth place and needs your help to become a finalist. Log on to www.herodogawards.org and click here to vote for him in the service dog category. Voting ends on June […]
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