Absolutely. The statistics regarding head injury are staggering. Approximately two million head injuries occur each year in the United States and between 75,000 and 100,000 Americans die each year as a result of traumatic brain injuries. For those who survive, 500,000 will require hospitalization and 70,000 to 90,000 will suffer long-term, physical, intellectual, psychological and cognitive deficits. However, the general public is not generally aware of the gravity of the situation. This is why head injury is often referred to as the “silent epidemic”.
Is a brain injury a serious medical problem in America?
