WORLD HEAD INJURY AWARENSSS DAY

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗜𝗡𝗝𝗨𝗥𝗬 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬

𝟸𝟶𝚃𝙷 𝙼𝙰𝚁𝙲𝙷

🅃🄷🄴🄼🄴: 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗿𝘆

One of the major causes of disability and death globally is a traumatic brain injury. Road traffic accidents, slips and falls, assaults, domestic accidents, and sports accidents are some common causes of head injuries. The symptoms can vary from minor cuts to impairment of bodily functions, unconsciousness, and in extreme cases, death. Depending on the severity, some individuals who survive brain injuries face physical disabilities. (mild, moderate, severe). 

The purpose of this campaign is to raise awareness of brain injuries as well as to disseminate information on treatment options, including medical, surgical, and rehabilitation measures with emphasis on the need for early presentation. The brain plays a role in how the body as a whole functions. Injury to this important organ can have a negative impact on one's health and well-being, particularly if treatment is delayed. 

The theme emphasises that head injury goes beyond just brain damage and includes disruption of numerous bodily processes that will be impacted by the brain injury.

Preventing head injuries is the safest course of action. Some precautions to take include: 

-Practise using safety gear like seat belts and helmets when in a car or riding a motorbike

-Avoid driving while intoxicated or using illicit substances

-Falls can be avoided by being aware of our environment and putting away our phones while in motion

-When a head injury does occur, do present to a healthcare facility as soon as possible 

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