A researcher at Virginia Tech is undertaking a huge project: testing a range of safety helmets for their effectiveness against head injuries and brain trauma. He would like to publish the results online so that the public can benefit from his study.
A 21 year-old woman was killed by a truck only moments after calling for help for her disabled vehicle. The accident occurred in Benwood at approximately 5:30 p.m. Thursday, January 27th, 2011. Maryann Oakland, of Moundsville, died after being struck inside her car by a commercial flatbed truck. She was waiting for help in the…
A new study is being launched to examine the affects of the female hormone progesterone on victims of traumatic brain injuries. Researchers believe that progesterone could help limit swelling in the brain after a head injury.
The West Virginia Supreme Court is now considering a case regarding whether or not the state of West Virginia needs to do more for residents with traumatic brain injuries.
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