TBI Awareness

Why is TBI awareness important?

TBIs are a leading cause of death and disability in the United States.
TBIs can occur at any age and can be caused by a blow, jolt, or penetrating object.
Many people mistakenly consider concussions to be minor injuries, but they can be severe and debilitating.

Know the symptom's

physical symtoms

Headache
Dizziness or loss of balance
Nausea and vomiting
Blurred or double vision
Ringing in the ears
Weakness in the arms, legs, or face
Slurred speech
Seizures or convulsions
Clear fluids draining from the nose or ears

Cognitive symptoms

Confusion or disorientation
Memory or concentration problems
Difficulty thinking clearly
Feeling foggy or confused
Slow thinking or processing
Poor judgment

Behavioral symptoms

Mood changes or mood swings
Feeling depressed or anxious
Difficulty sleeping
Sleeping more than usual
Irritability or fussiness
Lack of interest or motivation
Easily frustrated, angered, or tearful
Impatient

Other

Sensitivity to light or sound, A bad taste in the mouth, Changes in the ability to smell, and Loss of consciousness.

Statistics

In 2023, motorcycle crashes resulted in a high number of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), with unhelmeted riders being significantly more likely to sustain them than helmeted riders.

Here's a more detailed look at the statistics:

Helmet Use and TBI Risk:

Studies show that unhelmeted motorcyclists are 3 times more likely to suffer TBIs compared to helmeted riders.
Severity of Injuries:

Unhelmeted riders are more likely to sustain severe head trauma and have higher rates of intensive care unit admission, mechanical ventilation, and overall mortality compared to helmeted riders.
Helmet Effectiveness:

Helmets reduce the risk of death by 37%-42% and brain injuries by 41% to 69%.
Common Causes of TBI:
Falls, intentional self-harm, motor vehicle accidents, and assaults are common causes of TBI, including in motorcycle accidents.
Long-term effects of TBI:

Long-term effects of TBI can include negative effects on thinking and learning abilities, motor skills, hearing, vision, moods and behaviors, and behavioral health issues.