Tag: Veterans Affairs
The latest news from our team, partners, and supporters.
NOVEMBER 2, 2021 | for CONCUSSIONS
Dr. Maya Yutsis Addresses Key Information on Cognitive Functions (Mental Activities) and Concussions
Our final feature from the CrashCourse Concussion Story Wall is from leading neuropsychology expert, Dr. Maya Yutsis. In this interactive database, Dr. Yutsis discusses the following key topics: What is cognitive function? How are they related to concussions? What are the best ways to manage these symptoms? What to do if symptoms persist or worsen? When can one return...
AUGUST 31, 2021 | for CONCUSSIONS
Col. (Ret.) Dallas Hack, MD, Discusses How Concussions are Addressed in the Military
This week's feature on the CrashCourse Concussion Story Wall is leading medical expert, Col. Dallas Hack. In his video, Dr. Hack addresses questions such as: How have TBIs been addressed in the military (past and present)? How has the military helped support research on TBIs? Is there a culture of TBI disclosure in the military? How should one deal...
DECEMBER 27, 2019 | for HIV/AIDS, for CONCUSSIONS
TeachAids: Celebrating 10 Years
Ten years ago, TeachAids was founded with a dream of tackling the world’s most pressing health topics. We specifically wanted to focus on the hardest, worthiest problems: stigma-ridden topics and regions of the world with challenges so great that the odds were stacked against us. For the first seven years, we were laser focused on building...
MAY 22, 2019 | for CONCUSSIONS
Director of Brain Injury for Stanford Medical Center, Dr. Odette Harris, Joins TeachAids
Dr. Odette Harris is the current Director of Brain Injury for Stanford Medical Center, where she focuses on implementing treatment algorithms to help patients with brain trauma attain a better functional outcome. She additionally serves as the Deputy Chief of Staff at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Healthcare System, holding responsibility for clinical, research, and educational efforts...
