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Comparison of Annual Incidence

Comparison of Annual Incidence. A comparison of Traumatic Brain Injury and Leading injuries or Diseases. Traumatic Brain Injuries 1,500,000. 2,000,000. 1,500,000. 1,000,000. Breast Cancer 176,3000. 500,000. HIV/AIDS 43,681. Spinal Cord Injuries 11,000. Multiple Sclerosis 10,4000.

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Comparison of Annual Incidence

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  1. Comparison of Annual Incidence A comparison of Traumatic Brain Injury and Leading injuries or Diseases Traumatic Brain Injuries 1,500,000 2,000,000 1,500,000 1,000,000 Breast Cancer 176,3000 500,000 HIV/AIDS 43,681 Spinal Cord Injuries 11,000 Multiple Sclerosis 10,4000 100,000 10,000

  2. Improved and Expanded Site, November 2002 www.biausa.org482,000 unique visitors in 2002

  3. NIDDR/TBI Model Systems: Research Abstracts at www.biausa.org

  4. Dick Button – Olympic Gold Medal Winner, Figure Skating ABC sports commentator Discussions underway with Trisha Meili National Spokesperson2003

  5. Brain Injury Awareness Month 2003 • I.M. Brainy Awareness and Prevention kit • Focus – “being safe on the go” for preschool children • Lessons includes a basic introduction to the brain, helmet safety, motor vehicle safety and pedestrian safety

  6. Medtronic

  7. Brain Injury Awareness Month 2003 • Each State Affiliate that signed up for the Awareness Kits received 150 kits and two I.M. Brainy puppets • The Awareness kits are available free of charge, in both English and Spanish for download from www.biausa.orgor can be purchased for $5.00 a piece at the Brain Injury Bookstore.

  8. National Directory of Brain Injury Rehabilitation Services • Available October – 2003 • Available through the Brain Injury Bookstore • Each State Affiliatereceived 3 copies

  9. The NEW Brain Injury Bookstore • Available on line at www.biausa.org - through the publications section • Online version offers a password protected site for State Affiliates to receive Affiliate discounts. • Catalog now available for download

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