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The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) raises awareness and understanding of brain injury and provides help, hope & healing.

Fairfax, Virginia
Joined September 2008
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Concussions are one of the most common injuries that skiers face. As a result, knowing the signs and symptoms of a concussion is crucial for both beginner and experienced skiers. Learn more about how to keep yourself safe this winter:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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If you're ready to get involved for Brain Injury Awareness Month, we invite you to join us on February 14 at 1:00 p.m. ET for our webinar: What to Expect During the Week of Action to hear what we have planned. We hope to see you there! Register here:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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We are just one month out from Brain Injury Awareness Month! We have lots of opportunities to get involved. To see what's on the horizon, we invite you to download our involvement toolkit, view our upcoming events, and more by visiting our website:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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E-scooters and e-bikes have become popular forms of transportation in the United States over the past few years. Unfortunately, as their popularity has increased, so too has the incidence of injury sustained using these devices. Learn more:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Living with a brain injury can be an isolating experience. But BIAA’s National Brain Injury Conference and Awareness Day, March 3-5 in Washington, D.C., is a place where you’ll be surrounded by others who do understand. Register here:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Brain injury has been getting a lot of attention in the news recently. See our recap of last week's brain injury headlines 👇
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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“We are one voice, and a community to be reckoned with.” That community is coming together March 3-5 in Washington, D.C. for the National Brain Injury Conference and Awareness Day. Register here:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Last year, BIAA made the passage of the TBI Act our highest legislative priority. As a result of a last-minute change in the House, the TBI Act and many other critical healthcare-related bills have been in limbo. Read our full statement here:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Last year, we hosted a virtual symposium titled "Life After Stroke: Treatment and Recovery Strategies." The event aimed to raise awareness about the effects of stroke, explore effective treatment methods, and more. You can watch the recordings here:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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The Brain Injury Association of America awarded five grants through the Brain Injury Research Fund for 2025, distributing $85,000 to five applicants researching brain injury. Read more about the grant recipients and their projects here:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Whether you’re a Brain Injury Awareness Day veteran or a first-time attendee like Cazoshay, we’re excited to see you this March in Washington, D.C.! Register today:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Thank you to the Centre for Neuro Skills for being a sponsor of this year's Neuro Rehab Leadership Summit! The support of our sponsors allows us to deliver the premier national conference for executives and professionals in neuro rehabilitation.
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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An investigation from the Washington Post provides further evidence that the firm overseeing the NFL concussion settlement continues to delay or deny compensation to former players who have experienced neurological disorders as a result of TBI. Read more:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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In a recent webinar, Ali Rheaume shared her brain injury journey and provided insight and strategies that can be applied to your quest too. She addressed how to help you honor the past, acknowledge the present, and more. Watch the recording here:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Cheerleading has long been considered a dangerous activity. However, the risks associated with cheerleading often go unnoticed. In recent years, there has been growing concern about the link between cheerleading and concussions. Learn more:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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You won’t want to miss the 2025 National Brain Injury Conference and Awareness Day in Washington, D.C. this year – an event that Angela Leigh Tucker calls “the Superbowl of brain injury awareness.” Register today:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Thank you to Rehab Without Walls for sponsoring BIAA's Neuro Rehab Leadership Summit, the premier national conference for executives and professionals in neuro rehabilitation.
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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From all of us at the Brain Injury Association of America, we want to wish you a happy New Year! We hope that everyone has a fun and safe start to 2025.
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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"I remember it all. The force of impact. The world spinning." Mary Kay's life changed in an instant. Now she's helping others reclaim their "moxie" after brain injury. Your donation to @biaamerica can support survivors like Mary Kay. Give today:
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Brain Injury Assoc.
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Planning for 2025? We hope you’ll pencil us in for March 3-5 as we host the National Brain Injury Conference and Awareness Day in Washington, D.C.! Learn more and register today:
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