CDC Story Idea: Traumatic Brain Injuries, What You Should Know
TBI: What You Should Know
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious public health issue for Americans. Each year, TBI contributes to a substantial number of deaths and permanent disability. A TBI is caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the normal function of the brain. The severity of a TBI may range from "mild" to "severe".
According to research from CDC, approximately 3.5 million persons have a TBI in the United States. Of these individuals:
- 2.1 million received care in emergency departments,
- 300,000 were hospitalized,
- 84,000 were seen in outpatient departments,
- 1.1 million received care from office-based physicians, and
- 53,000 died.
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