Exploring more organizations devoted to brain injury recovery: SameYou

Chicago – Dec 8, 2020 By Ranya Sharma After surviving two life-threatening brain hemorrhages while working on Game of Thrones, Emilia Clarke founded SameYou to raise awareness about brain injury and recovery. Carving a pathway to recovery and establishing a community of support, SameYou breaks down the walls and stigma associated with brain injury. SameYou […]

The Efficacy of Wearing Masks

Chicago – August 3, 2020  By Emily Yang Due to the Coronavirus, several people have decided that it is best for them to wear a mask or face shield when going to public places such as the grocery store. However, others are more stubborn or unwilling. There are many precautions that can be taken to […]

COVID-19 explained

Chicago – April 28, 2020  By Ranya Sharma “Coronavirus” is an umbrella term, referring to a group of viruses that affect birds and mammals. Out of hundreds of coronaviruses, only seven are known to affect humans. Out of these seven, four have symptoms similar to those of a cold. The other three are more severe […]

What is TBI?

Chicago – April 18, 2020  By Rhea Sharma Most brain surgeries occur for reasons like a possible brain tumor, or blood-vessel-related issues (hemorrhages or hematomas). Damage to brain dura (tissue), infections, or skull fractures are other, less common reasons for brain surgeries.  Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are more common than the average person would expect, […]