TBI Action Alliance

05/13/2024

TBI Action Alliance is committed to advancing Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) research and awareness through the TBI Precision Research Roadmap. Here's a glimpse into our 7 lines of effort:

1. Injury burden: Identifying the disease burden across all populations and injury severities.
2. Disease models: Developing translational disease models based on trauma pathogenesis.
3. Precision diagnosis: Validating diagnostic biomarkers for TBI.
4. Targeted therapeutics: Fast-tracking first-generation TBI therapeutics.
5. Clinical practice implementation: Accelerating adoption of best practices and precision therapeutic approaches.
6. Translational infrastructure: Addressing infrastructure and technology gaps.
7. Awareness and advocacy: Placing TBI at the forefront of U.S. public policy and reducing stigma.

These efforts are made possible through the power of collaboration. Together, we're identifying research gaps and ensuring a coordinated effort to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those affected by traumatic brain injuries. Interested in joining TBI Action Alliance? Contact us today: bit.ly/3PHHDjh

05/10/2024

Have you registered for BIO 2024? TBI Action Alliance will be at the Patient Advocacy Pavilion at this year's BIO International Convention June 3-6 in San Diego, CA. We invite you to visit our booth and learn more about our efforts to advance traumatic brain injury (TBI) awareness and advocacy. Together, we're working towards creating a better future for those affected by TBI.

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05/09/2024

Mark your calendars.

Join the TBI Action Alliance at our flagship TBI Diagnostic Showcase on June 9th from 1-5 pm. Discover the latest in cutting-edge diagnostic tools supporting brain trauma management.

You must be registered for the National Neurotrauma Society (NNS) meeting to attend.

Secure your spot at the TBI Diagnostic Showcase today: bit.ly/4dqIVcl

05/07/2024

The Mac Parkman Foundation Inaugural Summit on Subconcussive Trauma and Brain Health is just over a week away.

Join Dr. Magali Haas and TBIAA member The Mac Parkman Foundation For Adolescent Concussive Trauma on May 16-17, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. This expertly curated conference will convene distinguished stakeholders from the research, medical, psychological, veteran, and legislative sectors. Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to the advancement of brain health.

Purchase your ticket today: bit.ly/4aRzzEQ

05/06/2024

Last week, President Biden announced nineteen individuals to receive the Medal of Freedom - the highest civilian honor in the United States. Senator Elizabeth Dole was awarded this prestigious award in recognition of her and her Foundation’s commitment and support for military caregivers and their families.

The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is dedicated to empowering, supporting and honoring the 5.5 million military caregivers nationwide who selflessly care for our wounded warriors. Senator Dole's leadership and compassion embody the spirit of service and sacrifice that defines our military community. TBI Action Alliance congratulates Senator Elizabeth Dole on this incredible honor and celebrates her legacy of empowerment, gratitude and care for those who have served our country.

Read the announcement here: bit.ly/3Qxg8JB

Today, President Biden named nineteen recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace,...

05/03/2024

A recent report in PNAS highlighted the impact of repeated blast exposure on active-duty United States Special Operations Forces. But how do low-level blasts cause TBI?

Scientists in the PANTHER Program have used physics to explain how these injuries occur. Learn more at: bit.ly/3UHklNe

The people manning the guns are also at risk of injury from the force of the weapon.

05/03/2024

Looking for ways to support connect with leading brain injury experts? We invite you to consider sponsoring TBI Action Alliance's (TBIAA) TBI Diagnostics Showcase, being held at the National Neurotrauma Society meeting on June 9th from 1-5 pm.

Show your support for innovative diagnostics and increase your visibility among industry leaders. Reach out to TBIAA today at TBIAction.org or email [email protected] to become a sponsor.

05/01/2024

Recent research highlights a powerful link between diet and brain health.

A new study has analyzed data from 181,990 participants in the UK Biobank, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy and balanced diet for cognitive function, mental well-being and brain structure.

This research underlines the critical role of dietary choices in maintaining optimal brain health and offers actionable insights for policymakers to promote accessible and healthy eating.

Read more about this study: bit.ly/3UAMNjG

This research underlines the importance of dietary choices in maintaining brain health and suggests policies to promote accessible healthy eating.

04/29/2024

The 14th Annual Arrowhead Traumatic Brain Injury Conference is set to take place in Washington, DC on May 2-3, 2024. This conference unites researchers and clinicians from various fields, including industry, academia, the military and government to present groundbreaking research in various areas related to TBI.

For more information or to register to attend, please visit: tbiconference.com

04/25/2024

April is Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month.

Did you know that there's a significant link between traumatic brain injury (TBI) and Parkinson's disease (PD)? Studies have found that elderly adults with a history of TBI have a higher risk of developing PD. Learn more about TBI and PD from the The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research: bit.ly/4bakJsK

At the TBI Action Alliance, we're dedicated to accelerating research and development focused on diagnosing and treating TBIs to reduce TBI-related symptoms, such as PD. Join us in spreading awareness about Parkinson's Disease and TBI this month.

04/24/2024

Proceedings of the National Academy of Science (PNAS) recently published a study developed by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School and others on the impact of repeated blast exposure on active-duty United States Special Operations Forces. This research advances understanding of the causes in Traumatic Brain Injury in military personnel.

Key findings include that repeated exposure to blasts can cause significant changes in the structure, function, and neuroimmune markers of the brain. Brain alterations from repeated blast brain injury (rBBI) were associated with an area of the brain that modulates cognition and emotion, and a decrease in overall health-related quality of life.

These insights underscore the urgent need for a large cohort, longitudinal study of rBBI in this population. Further studies will aid in development of an early diagnostic test for rBBI, which has the potential to enhance warfighters’ combat readiness, career longevity, and quality of life.

At the TBI Action Alliance, we congratulate the US SOCOM for funding this study and we are committed to advancing research and solutions that can help veterans and others who suffer from TBI-related symptoms.

Read the full study here: bit.ly/3w5Zk5o

United States (US) Special Operations Forces (SOF) are frequently exposed to explosive blasts in training and combat, but the effects of repeated b...

04/24/2024

The TBI Action Alliance applauds the release of the 2024 National Strategy for Su***de Prevention by the US Department of Health and Human Services.

Su***de remains a pressing public concern, particularly among Veterans, active duty service members and civilians suffering from PTSD and TBI, both of which dramatically increase the risk for su***de. This bold new 10-year, comprehensive, whole-of-society approach to su***de prevention provides concrete recommendations for addressing gaps in the su***de prevention field and builds upon work from the National Action Alliance for Su***de Prevention (Action Alliance): bit.ly/4de7etU

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Public-private collaboration results in new 10-year strategy for the first time in over a decade