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May 24, 2019 by Angela

Celebrate Summer Safely

image of beach sceneSummer is almost here! School will be out soon and people everywhere will be enjoying vacations and outdoor recreation. Summer is also known as “trauma season” in the healthcare world due to the number of injuries that can happen during summertime activities. While this is true, there are easy things we can do to help reduce the risk of brain injury.

Here are just a few quick tips to help keep your loved ones safe while you enjoy some fun in the summer sun!

Wear a helmet.

image of bicycle helmetWear a properly fitted helmet when bicycling or engaging in any recreational activity that may result in a head injury. Although there is no “concussion-proof” helmet, a helmet is a must to help reduce the risk of a serious brain injury. After an accident, replace your helmet because it may not be as protective as it was prior to the accident. Visit the CDC’s web site for more helmet safety tips here.

Wear water safety gear and master water safety.

image of child on water slideWhether in a pool or the ocean, wearing the appropriate water safety gear, like a life jacket, is critical to preventing injury. Make sure safety gear is well-fitted, worn correctly, and well-maintained. Always supervise children when in or around water. To reduce fall risk, discourage running near or around pools where the ground might be slippery with water. Teach kids to swim. Formal lessons can protect young children from drowning. Learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Your skills could save someone’s life! Get more “H2O Smart” Tips on the CDC’s web site here.

Ensure your home and backyard are safe.

Falls are a leading cause of concussion for both the young and the elderly. To reduce the risk of falls, ensure your home is well-lit and free of tripping hazards, such as electrical cords across walkways, loose rugs, or scattered toys. Consider blocking off stairways with safety gates and installing window guards. Check that outside play equipment is appropriate to the age of the children using it and that it has guardrails to prevent falls as well a soft material underneath, such as mulch or sand.

Be safe behind the wheel.

image of mom putting child in car seatWhen you head out on your summer road trip, buckle up with a seatbelt and use age- and size-appropriate car seats that are properly installed for child passengers. The research is clear – belted passengers sustain fewer and less severe traumatic brain injuries compared to those who are unbelted. Find more child passenger safety here.

Be familiar with your surroundings.

image of hikers sittingWhen doing outdoor activities, like hiking, or engaging in any high risk sports or motor activities, make sure you are aware of the terrain you are about to encounter as well as your ability to navigate the terrain. Know the depth of water prior to diving into a pool or natural body of water. Always ensure a loved one knows exactly where you are and how to find you. Concussion can occur quickly and cause disorientation that can make it difficult to let others know you are in need of help.

Know the signs of a concussion and get treatment early.

ConcussionSmart Marin LogoA concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. Signs and symptoms generally show up soon after the injury. However, unlike a broken leg, the signs of a concussion are often ‘invisible,’ such as a headache, disorientation, nausea, incoordination, and memory deficits.

Learn more about the symptoms at ConcussionSmartMarin.org so you can recognize them quickly.

Filed Under: Blog, Community Education, Concussion Tagged With: brain health, brain injury, concussion, concussion education, helmet safety, Marin, prevention, San Francisco Bay Area, Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery, summer safety, tbi, traumatic brain injury

April 20, 2018 by Angela

ConcussionSmart Marin Helps Address Inconsistent Response to Student Concussions in Marin

ConcussionSmart Marin logo[Download press release here]

ConcussionSmart Marin is a community coalition committed to the health of Marin’s youth. Recent reporting by the Marin Grand Jury and the Marin IJ’s editorial voiced concern about Marin’s student concussion response. The coalition ConcussionSmart Marin (‘CSM’) was formed in response to the Grand Jury’s report in 2016 and has been working to address the recommendations of the grand jury’s report since that time. CSM has developed a program for middle school and high school students based on best-practice in other states and from existing models found in California. The program began roll-out to the schools in March during Brain Injury Awareness Month. The goals of CSM are to: 1) Establish a standard level of care in the assessment and treatment of concussion/mild traumatic brain injury; 2) To help in the prevention and awareness of student concussion; and, 3) Ensure schools and student athletic organizations are in compliance with current law.
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Filed Under: Blog, Community Education, Community Partnerships, Concussion, Press Releases Tagged With: concussion, ConcussionSmart Marin, Kaiser Permanente, Marin, Marin Athletic Foundation, Marin County Office of Education, Marin General Hospital, Marin School Nurses Organization, prevention, Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery, Sutter Health Novato Community Hospital, youth athletes

April 16, 2018 by Angela

“Keeping Your Brain Healthy” A Free Stroke Education Community Event Hosted by Kaiser Permanente

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Tuesday, May 15, 2018
8:00 am to Noon

Marin County School District Office
1111 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael (map)

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, San Rafael is celebrating Stroke Awareness Month with this free community event. A morning of stroke education and prevention tips featuring keynote speaker Dr. Dean Ornish plus presentations by Loretta Wilson, RN NP, Tonya Burdock, PT, Dr. Jonathan Artz, and staff from Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery. Topics will include:

  • Living healthy
  • Tips to improve balance and reduce falls
  • Living with memory loss
  • Preventing strokes
  • Stroke resources in the community
  • The effects of stress and meditation on brain health and mood

This free event is open to the public. Anyone with an interest in stroke and stroke prevents is welcome. View the flyer here.

Space is limited, please sign up to reserve a seat!

To RSVP, please leave your name and phone number at:
Mary Kirkwood (415) 444-2743 or email to Mary.Kirkwood@kp.org

Filed Under: Events, Stroke Tagged With: brain health, Dean Ornish, Kaiser Permanente, prevention, stroke

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