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NICoE at forefront of traumatic brain injury research and treatment

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5/3/2021
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The National Intrepid Center of Excellence is dedicated to treating and researching TBI injuries with the aim of getting patients back to maximum function.

METC NDT trainees learn about brain disorders & care

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4/23/2021
METC NDT trainees learn about brain disorders & care

NDTs help diagnose problems with the brain and nervous system, as well as sleep disorders, by use of state-of-the-art digital equipment to record electrical patterns which result in valuable data that the doctor needs to diagnose and treat their patients.

MHS Minute March 2021

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4/1/2021
MHS Minute March 2021

March marked Brain Injury Awareness month in the military. We're spotlighting efforts across the MHS to combat Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and better understand how TBI impacts our Service members. For more information about the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE), go to walterreed.tricare.mil/NICoE For more info on the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence (TBICoE), go to Health.mil/TBICoE

DOD warfighter brain health draft plan has six priorities

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3/31/2021
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Cognitive testing documentation throughout a service member’s career and beyond is one of six major operational concerns and priorities of service members.

DHA Centers of Excellence collaborate to improve TBI care

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3/31/2021
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The centers of excellence are divisions of the Defense Health Agency Research and Development Directorate.

Intrepid Spirit Centers promote healing from traumatic brain injury

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3/30/2021
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Intrepid Spirit Centers help heal TBI service members’ brains with interdisciplinary program and model of care.

Five ways to keep your brain healthy

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3/30/2021
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Five ways to keep your brain healthy

Visual dysfunctions common in even mild TBI patients

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3/30/2021
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Vision Center of Excellence ocular medical specialists discuss visual dysfunctions resulting from TBI.

Balancing rest, activity key to recovering from concussion

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3/17/2021
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A newly revised suite of tools and resources for military health care providers will help improve the treatment of service members with concussions, and ensure their safe return to full duty.

Ask the Doc: Hit Head Hiking

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3/17/2021
U.S. Marines with The Basic School, Headquarter and Service Battalion, hike Old Rag Mountain at the Shenandoah National Park, Madison County, Va., Nov. 7, 2018. The motivational hike was held in honor of the Marine Corps Birthday as well as Veterans’ Day. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Quinn Hurt)

Dear Doc: I decided to take advantage of the beautiful weather last weekend and went out hiking with a few friends. As we were headed up a pretty steep incline, I fell and hit my head on a rock. It hurt pretty badly at the time, but being the “warrior” that I am, I brushed it off and we finished the hike. I haven’t been to a doctor yet, but now I'm having pretty painful headaches, and I’ve also been getting dizzy and nauseous. Did I have a concussion and, if so, what should I do next? — Hit Head Hiking

Military researchers gain new insights into brain injuries

Article
3/16/2021
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Blast injury research helps to fill knowledge gaps about brain injury.

Army Announces FDA Clearance of Field Deployable TBI Blood Test

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3/12/2021
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The US Army announced Food & Drug Administration clearance of a field-deployable traumatic brain injury blood test.

Distinguishing between TBIs, psychological conditions key to treatment

Article
3/10/2021
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Expert says long-lasting symptoms may be a sign of another issue.

Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness

Video
3/8/2021
Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness

A TBI is a blow or jolt to the brain that can be life-altering if the symptoms are not recognized. If you or a loved one experience the symptoms mentioned in this video, speak to a health care professional for more information.

New NICoE director sets an ambitious agenda for the future

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3/8/2021
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The accomplished new leader of the NICoE and Intrepid Spirit Center network has plans for increased services and a higher profile for the unique care center.

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Last Updated: July 11, 2023
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