Oct
04
2008
Multiple BIAA representatives attended this week a scientific conference titled, “Trauma Spectrum Disorders: The Role of Gender, Race & Other Socioeconomic Factors.” Continue Reading »
Apr
14
2008
Congress passed legislation to reauthorize the Traumatic Brain Injury Act this week! The bill is now ready to be sent on to the President for his signature into law.
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives passed S. 793 – the version of the legislation agreed upon by both chambers (more information below) - by a vote of 392-1. Then, last night, the Senate cleared the bill one last time, marking final passage by Congress. Continue Reading »
Jan
21
2008
President Bush this week approved $3.7 billion in emergency funding for veterans health care which was deemed “contingency” spending in the fiscal 2008 omnibus appropriations bill passed in December.
This represents another significant step to improve health care for returning service members and veterans.
As a result of this additional funding, the Department of Veterans Affairs’ funding for fiscal 2008 totals $87.6 billion - $8 billion more than was provided in fiscal 2007.
Oct
10
2006
Web Posted: 05/07/2006 12:00 AM CDT
San Antonio Express-News
Phone numbers are in area code 210 unless otherwise indicated.)
ALCOHOL and DRUG ABUSE
Alcoholics Anonymous 24-hour phone line and meeting guide. 828-6235.
Narconon Arrowhead non-profit organization dedicated to treating drug and alcohol addictions. Offers free assessments and referrals. (800) 468-6933 or www.stopaddiction.com
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Sep
29
2006
Monday, May 08, 2006
HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPS
Alabama Head Injury Foundation
For people with traumatic brain injuries and their families and friends. AHIF Small Places, United Way Building, 3600 Eighth Ave. South, 6:30 p.m., third Thursdays.
ALS Strength and Courage Care Group Supports comprehensive services and research for adults and families affected by Lou Gehrig’s disease. Sponsored by the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 4887 Valleydale Road, 10:30 a.m., third Saturday of the month. Free. For more information, call 823-8191 or 800-525-6793, or visit www.als.mdausa.org.
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Sep
22
2006
Name : JOHN-HENRY DOUCETTE, The Virginian-Pilot
PORTSMOUTH - A woman has been accused of murdering a 2-year-old boy she was caring for in October, when he suffered injuries that doctors suspected show abuse.
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Apr
28
2006
Family comes back from the brink after crash.
If anyone deserves a break, it is 2-year-old Abigail Graybill and her family.
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Apr
28
2006
WILLISTOWN — Lisa Yaffe was riding a bicycle near Dartmouth College, where she was attending school, when she was struck by a vehicle traveling 55 mph.
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