All articles tagged with #head injury
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Women's Health
The article outlines nine critical symptoms that warrant immediate emergency room attention, including signs of heart attack, stroke, heavy bleeding, pregnancy complications, head injuries, and mental health crises, emphasizing the importance of timely care to prevent serious health consequences.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Athlon Sports
Seattle Sounders goalkeeper Stefan Frei suffered a head and neck injury during a match against Columbus Crew, leading to the game being ended early for safety. Frei, who is alert and recovering at home, expressed gratitude for the support and medical staff. The game was stopped with the agreement of both coaches, and Frei's condition appears stable, with further updates expected from the club.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Alabama A&M linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. has died at age 20 following a head injury sustained during a football game against Alabama State in October. Initially, the university mistakenly announced his death earlier in the week, but later retracted the statement after learning he was still alive. Burnett's family had been raising funds for his medical expenses through a GoFundMe campaign, which has collected over $51,000. Burnett, originally from Lakewood, California, had transferred to Alabama A&M from Grambling State.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
Alabama A&M linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr., a 20-year-old from Southern California, has died following a head injury sustained during the Magic City Classic game against Alabama State University on October 26. Burnett, who was in his first season with Alabama A&M after transferring from Grambling State, passed away on Wednesday evening, as confirmed by the Jefferson County coroner. The university initially announced his death on Wednesday morning, later retracting the statement before confirming it again.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Medrick Burnett Jr., a 20-year-old linebacker for Alabama A&M, died from a head injury sustained during the Magic City Classic football game against Alabama State on October 26. Initially, Alabama A&M mistakenly announced his death before confirming it later. Burnett, a redshirt freshman from Lakewood, California, had transferred from Grambling State and played in seven games this season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Alabama A&M football player Medrick Burnett Jr. has died over a month after suffering a head injury during a game against Alabama State. The redshirt freshman linebacker passed away at UAB Hospital, where he had been hospitalized since the injury on October 26. Burnett, originally from Lakewood, California, transferred from Grambling State University and played in seven games for Alabama A&M. The school had prematurely announced his death earlier in the week, which was later retracted. A GoFundMe for Burnett has raised over $48,000.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Alabama A&M linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr., 20, has died from a head injury sustained during the Magic City Classic game against Alabama State University on October 26. The university initially announced his death on Wednesday morning, later retracting it before confirming the news. Burnett, a redshirt freshman from Lakewood, California, had transferred to Alabama A&M from Grambling State earlier this year.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Alabama A&M University retracted its announcement of the death of football player Medrick Burnett Jr., confirming he is in stable condition after a head injury sustained in an October game. The initial announcement was based on information from a family member, but the school later learned from the hospital that Burnett is alive. Burnett, who transferred from Grambling State University, has been hospitalized since the injury, and a GoFundMe campaign has raised over $40,000 for his recovery.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Alabama A&M University retracted an earlier announcement of the death of linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr., clarifying that he remains alive but hospitalized with a head injury sustained in an October game. The initial misinformation came from a family member, but the university expressed relief upon learning from UAB Hospital that Burnett is in stable condition. Burnett, a redshirt freshman, joined Alabama A&M after transferring from Grambling State and has played in seven games this season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Alabama A&M announced the death of 20-year-old football player Medrick Burnett Jr. following a head injury sustained during a game, though his family states he remains hospitalized. The injury occurred during the Magic City Classic against Alabama State. The university's initial statement was deleted, and further comments are awaited. Burnett, a redshirt freshman linebacker, had transferred from Grambling and played in seven games this season. The incident has left the university and his family in mourning.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Alabama A&M linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. has died a month after suffering a head injury during a game against Alabama State. The 20-year-old redshirt freshman, who transferred from Grambling State, was remembered by the university as a remarkable young man and athlete. Burnett played in seven games this season, making five tackles. The university community is mourning his loss and expressed condolences to his family.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by On3.com
Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud exits the game with an apparent head injury after a hard hit from the New York Jets. Stroud will not return to the game and is reportedly in concussion protocol. Despite his struggles in this game, Stroud was named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for November, throwing for 1,466 yards and 12 touchdowns. He is a front-runner for Offensive Rookie of the Year and has thrust himself into the MVP conversation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WSB Atlanta
A Gainesville High School baseball player, Jeremy Medina, has been declared brain-dead after being hit in the head by a bat during practice. The accident occurred when Jeremy leaned into the net as another player followed through on his swing. Doctors announced that Jeremy will be an organ donor. The community has shown immense support, with prayers and messages of solidarity pouring in from rival teams. The school will review safety operations at the baseball facility.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Medical Xpress
Early-life stress has a greater impact on gene expression in the brain than a head injury, according to a study conducted on rats. Researchers found that stress changed the activation level of many more genes in the brain compared to a traumatic brain injury. The study suggests that early-life stress may have long-lasting health consequences and highlights the importance of addressing adverse childhood experiences. The findings also revealed that stress and head injury together had different effects on brain signaling pathways, including those related to oxytocin, a hormone linked to social bonding. The study emphasizes the need for interventions and support to mitigate the detrimental effects of early-life stress.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
A 69-year-old Jewish man, Paul Kessler, died after suffering a head injury during an altercation at pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Thousand Oaks, California. The incident is being investigated as a homicide, and the possibility of a hate crime has not been ruled out. The demonstrations were part of a series of protests across the US against Israel's retaliation for Hamas attacks. The Jewish Federation and the Council on American-Islamic Relations expressed condolences and called for restraint and unity. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are asking for the public's help in gathering information.