Concussion Legacy Foundation

When Barbara Piette got involved with CLF, she found the hope her family desperately needed during her daughter Esther Lovett’s prolonged struggle with Post-Concussion Syndrome. Today, with our Boston Advisory Board, Barbara and Esther continue to support CLF’s mission and provide hope to patients around the world battling symptoms of concussion and suspected CTE. Hear Barbara’s message to fellow CLF supporters and consider making a gift using the link below! https://lnkd.in/eQ5tmtBF

We had a wonderful Thursday evening in the Chicago suburbs celebrating Holidays and Heroes! CLF CEO Christopher Nowinski, PhD and our Chicago Advisory Board recognized 3 young individuals who have courageously faced the challenges of concussion and helped raise awareness in their schools and communities. Congratulations to Jack Heinlein, Nicolina Tarsitano, and Olivia Turner, who all received a CLF Resilience Award! We also honored advisory board member Lewis Simon with the CLF Community Mentor Award for providing crucial education and selfless support for young athletes affected by brain injuries. Many thanks to the team at Madame ZuZu's Teahouse, our event sponsors, and all who attended for supporting CLF’s efforts in the Chicago area and beyond! We're also grateful to Loc Nguyen for generously sharing his photography talents to capture the event. The full album can be viewed on our Facebook: https://lnkd.in/e-qCHdcs

Join CLF for a special webinar on November 20 as military veterans and caregivers, alongside Boston University CTE Center researchers, discuss TBI in the military. The webinar will feature a lived experience panel and research overview, as well as a presentation of resources and research opportunities for veterans and their caregivers who are struggling with the impacts of TBI. Register at bit.ly/BANKCTE. Charli Mills Thor Stein Patricia L. Ruiz

That's a wrap on an amazing 17th Annual Concussion Legacy Gala! We are beyond grateful to each person who attended, sponsored, and supported to create the largest single-night fundraise in CLF’s history. With your help, we raised more than $1 million to support our research, education, and prevention programs. Thank you to our presenting sponsor The Collatos Family Foundation and all our sponsors for helping us achieve this milestone for the first time. If you would like to make a donation, host an event benefitting CLF, or explore our new Legacy Giving program, please click the link below or email development@concussionfoundation.org. https://lnkd.in/egwbNgQj

Speaking at last week's Concussion Legacy Gala, NHLPA president Marty Walsh made headlines by announcing the union is forming its first-ever CTE Advisory Committee to help hockey players better understand CTE and the impact of concussions on the brain. As Marty said after receiving our 2024 Impact Award, "it’s important for us to really do research of our own, to create an opportunity for players to understand the full impact of CTE." Read more: https://lnkd.in/dE_DqTnm

Our 17th Annual Concussion Legacy Gala is this Friday! We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Collatos Family Foundation and all of this year’s sponsors for making this event possible. We truly appreciate your generosity and steadfast support of our mission! COLLATOS FAMILY FOUNDATION

It's hard to watch the brutal hit Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa took in late 2022 that caused a "fencing response" and led to him being taken off the field on a stretcher. The thing is, it didn't have to happen. Our CEO Christopher Nowinski, PhD has identified a new concussion sign called SHAAKE that would've provided doctors the evidence needed to diagnose Tua with a concussion just four days earlier against Buffalo. After that hit against the Bills, Tua shook his head multiple times before stumbling and falling. It's right there on the tape. SHAAKE could identify up to 33% of undiagnosed concussions - like Tua's against Buffalo - and that's why we're calling on sports and medical organizations to immediately add it to their list of potential concussion signs. Learn more about SHAAKE: https://lnkd.in/exqVj9-c

Led by CLF CEO Christopher Nowinski, PhD, concussion researchers have recognized a new concussion sign that could identify up to 33% of undiagnosed concussions. After a hit to the head, individuals sometimes quickly shake their head back and forth. Although it has been depicted in pop culture for decades, this motion has never been studied or named. It does not appear on any medical or sports organization’s list of potential concussion signs. Our new study says it should. For more details, check out our press release: https://bit.ly/SHAAKE

As we celebrate 17 years of success in research, education, advocacy, and patient support, the need for our work continues to grow. To meet these evolving needs, we must grow alongside our community. We're thrilled to announce our partnership with FreeWill, making it easier than ever to make CLF part of your legacy with a planned gift. Did you know it's National Estate Planning Week? By including CLF in your estate plan, you will play a vital role in advancing our vision of a world without CTE and concussion safety without compromise for generations to come. Learn more and create your legacy today: https://lnkd.in/enwk5jCn

Exciting day as we delivered the FIRST Australian Concussion Legacy Foundation #mediaproject at Carlton AFL football club. Journalism senior lecturer Dr Merryn Sherwood and I talked to Sports Media students about #concussion and #CTE, and then went into how to write and report about issues surrounding brain injuries in sport accurately, ethically, and responsibly. Hopefully the first of many #mediaproject courses to students and professionals in the industry and around #Australia #journalism #journalists #media #students #education #sport #brain #braininjury #brainhealth #science #sciencecommunication