Tag: Concussion Story Wall
The latest news from our team, partners, and supporters.
NOVEMBER 11, 2024 | for CONCUSSIONS
Veterans Day 2024
On Veterans Day, we honor the courageous individuals who have served our nation with unwavering dedication. These remarkable men and women have made profound sacrifices to protect our freedoms and uphold our cherished values. Their selfless commitment to duty and country serves as a powerful inspiration, reminding us of the immense gratitude we owe to...
JUNE 1, 2024 | for HIV/AIDS, for CONCUSSIONS, for COVID-19
Global Day of Parents 2024
On the occasion of Global Day of Parents, we applaud the strength of the parents and caregivers whose fortitude and courage enable their children to live happy, healthy and productive lives. The Concussion Story Wall is a product that gives us immense joy and pride. It was designed to support both those incurring a concussion as...
MARCH 14, 2024 | for CONCUSSIONS
Brain Injury Awareness Month 2024
Brain injury awareness month is observed every March to recognize the millions of adults living in the U.S. with brain injury related disability. Brain injuries can present themselves in a variety of different ways, from headaches and dizziness to nausea and vision problems. For more information on brain injury, visit TeachAids' trusted partner, the Brain...
MAY 1, 2023 | for HIV/AIDS, for CONCUSSIONS, for COVID-19
Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness Month is an annual nationwide movement observed in May across the United States since 1949. This year, our focus is on caregivers and the critical need to advocate for their emotional well-being. While caring for a loved one with an illness, caregivers often face significant challenges that can take a toll on...
DECEMBER 12, 2022 | for CONCUSSIONS
TeachAids CrashCourse Education for more than 100M
The end of 2022 marks the realization of a dream. We founded TeachAids in 2009, with a goal of tackling the world’s most pressing health topics. The global success of our HIV initiative presented us with a new and worthy challenge: could we replicate our methodology to address another major issue? To test this theory, we chose...
AUGUST 3, 2022 | for CONCUSSIONS
Former Director of Marketing & Communications at the Brain Injury Association of America, Dianna Fahel, Joins CrashCourse Advisory Team
TeachAids is proud to welcome Dianna Fahel, former Director of Marketing & Communications at the Brain Injury Association of America, to the CrashCourse Advisory team. Through her work at BIAA, Fahel spent seven years advocating for better understanding and improved access to care for individuals with brain injuries, including concussions. During her tenure at BIAA, Fahel...
NOVEMBER 9, 2021 | for CONCUSSIONS
TeachAids teams up with National Council of Youth Sports to celebrate National Youth Sports Day
TeachAids believes that every young person has the right to participate in sports in a diverse, equitable, inclusive, supportive and safe environment. We understand the importance and benefits of youth sports, and we witnessed the negative impact when fields and courts were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which is why we have dedicated ourselves...
OCTOBER 19, 2021 | for CONCUSSIONS
Dr. Jesse Mez Describes Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) in Comparison to Concussions
Our next feature from the CrashCourse Concussion Story Wall is leading medical expert, Dr. Jesse Mez. In his video, Dr. Mez answers questions relating to the following topics: What is Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)? What are common CTE symptoms? What are some ways to minimize them? What is the difference between CTE and a concussion (mTBI)? Jesse Mez, MD,...
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 | for CONCUSSIONS
USA Cycling and TeachAids Team-Up Again to Promote Concussion Education
TeachAids is excited to announce a new partnership with USA Cycling to share our CrashCourse concussion education technology as a resource for the sport of cycling. From enthusiasts to elite athletes and staff, USA Cycling encourages its members to stay up-to-date on the latest research as the conversations continue around concussions. “Concussions are far too common...
JUNE 14, 2021 | for CONCUSSIONS
USA Lacrosse and TeachAids Partner to Promote Concussion Education
TeachAids and USA Lacrosse, the governing body of lacrosse in the United States, proudly announce a special new partnership. Over the past two years, USA Lacrosse and TeachAids have collaborated closely to launch two innovative concussion education programs. First was the Brain Fly-Through, which uses state-of-the-art technology from Stanford University’s Neurosurgical simulation and Virtual Reality...
APRIL 15, 2021 | for CONCUSSIONS
Jordan Morris, forward for the Seattle Sounders, Tells His Concussion Story
Up next on the CrashCourse Concussion Story Wall is forward for the Seattle Sounders soccer team, Jordan Morris. Jordan’s first concussion was sustained while playing soccer his freshman year at Stanford University. While injured, he experienced light sensitivity, headaches, and difficulty concentrating. From his experience, Jordan encourages athletes to take their concussion seriously and allow...
