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10 Ways to Prevent Brain Injury

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Here are 10 simple things everyone can do to prevent brain injury. Brain injury can have devastating consequences. Take these steps to prevent it.

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S 10 Ways to Prevent Brain Injury Brain Injury Awareness Month: March 2015 Shepherd.org
1. Wear a Helmet Wear a HELMET when: Cycling Skiing Snowboarding Skateboarding Riding an ATV
2. Wear a Seatbelt Always WEAR A SEATBELT when driving or riding in any motor vehicle.
3. Fall-Proof Your House Fall-proof your house by: Removing tripping hazards Installing grab bars Using non-slip bathmats and rugs
4. Enter the Water Feet First Enter the water FEET FIRST when: Swimming Tubing Going down waterslides
5. Drive Without Distraction Drive distraction- and drug-free. Dont text and drive. Dont drink and drive. Dont use drugs and drive.
6. Be a Safe Pedestrian PAY ATTENTION while crossing the street. Dont be distracted by texting on your phone. In other words, dont be a pedtextrian.
7. Respect ATV Safety Rules Respect ATV Safety Rules: Make sure your ATV is the right size. Always wear a helmet. Always ride solo.
8. Follow Gun Safety Rules Follow GUN SAFETY Rules: Keep guns locked away in a safe cabinet. Keep ammunition separate from guns. Store guns unloaded.
9. Follow Sports Safety Rules Adhere to return-to-play guidelines when participating in contact sports, such as football.
10. Manage Stroke Risk Manage STROKE RISK By: Diagnose and Treat High Blood Pressure Exercise Regularly Eat a Healthy, Balanced Diet Quit Smoking
More Information For more information on brain injury prevention, visit: Shepherd.org/InjuryPrevention News.Shepherd.org

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10 Ways to Prevent Brain Injury

  • 1. S 10 Ways to Prevent Brain Injury Brain Injury Awareness Month: March 2015 Shepherd.org
  • 2. 1. Wear a Helmet Wear a HELMET when: Cycling Skiing Snowboarding Skateboarding Riding an ATV
  • 3. 2. Wear a Seatbelt Always WEAR A SEATBELT when driving or riding in any motor vehicle.
  • 4. 3. Fall-Proof Your House Fall-proof your house by: Removing tripping hazards Installing grab bars Using non-slip bathmats and rugs
  • 5. 4. Enter the Water Feet First Enter the water FEET FIRST when: Swimming Tubing Going down waterslides
  • 6. 5. Drive Without Distraction Drive distraction- and drug-free. Dont text and drive. Dont drink and drive. Dont use drugs and drive.
  • 7. 6. Be a Safe Pedestrian PAY ATTENTION while crossing the street. Dont be distracted by texting on your phone. In other words, dont be a pedtextrian.
  • 8. 7. Respect ATV Safety Rules Respect ATV Safety Rules: Make sure your ATV is the right size. Always wear a helmet. Always ride solo.
  • 9. 8. Follow Gun Safety Rules Follow GUN SAFETY Rules: Keep guns locked away in a safe cabinet. Keep ammunition separate from guns. Store guns unloaded.
  • 10. 9. Follow Sports Safety Rules Adhere to return-to-play guidelines when participating in contact sports, such as football.
  • 11. 10. Manage Stroke Risk Manage STROKE RISK By: Diagnose and Treat High Blood Pressure Exercise Regularly Eat a Healthy, Balanced Diet Quit Smoking
  • 12. More Information For more information on brain injury prevention, visit: Shepherd.org/InjuryPrevention News.Shepherd.org