In The Media
The Brain Injury Association of Minnesota has been featured in several media stories, relating to events and individuals associated with the Brain Injury Association of Minnesota.
Randall McDaniel speaks to kids on brain injury and concussion awareness (kstp.com) - June 30, 2010
Randall McDaniel teamed up with the Brain Injury Association of Minnesota to educate kids about the importance of concussion awareness in sports.
Teen Warns of Playing with Concussion (myfoxtwincities.com) - June 16, 2010
Most teens just want to play, so they'll often blow off an injury or play through the pain. A Byron, Minnesota teen wants you to know that ignoring a concussion can take you out of the game for good.
Protecting Teens from Sports-Related Concussions (myfoxtwincities.com) - April 29, 2010
The Brain Injury Association of Minnesota held their 25th annual conference in St. Paul to educate young athletes, their parents and those in the sports and medical fields about the dangers of brain injuries. The main topic at a conference is protecting teen brains. Doctors and other health experts talked about sports related concussions in kids and teens. They're saying our state doesn't do enough to protect young minds when it comes to brain injuries.
Father Preaches Importance of Hockey Helmets (myfoxtwincities.com) - March 3, 2010
A father in Apple Valley speaks out about the importance of wearing a helmet after he experienced a hockey injury.
Sports-Related Concussions Serious Problem (myfoxtwincities.com) - October 28, 2009
A Minnesota high school teen is speaking out about the dangers of keeping quiet about suffering a concussion.
Girl Badly Hurt Horse Riding Returns to the Saddle (wcco.com) - September 19, 2009
Story about Nicole Ryan's recovery after a horse-riding accident and her recovery.
Local Veteran Honored in St. Paul (kare11.com) - September 2009
Marcus Kuboy tells his story of how he was injured by an improvised explosive device in Iraq, his recovery, and his participation in the 2009 Walk for Thought in St. Paul.
Jake's Miracle Save (myfoxtwincities.com) - March 19, 2009
It took only a split second, but Jake Rotz went from making acrobatic saves as a college hockey goalie to just figuring out how to get out of bed and put one foot in front of the other.
Headache After Accident a Brain Injury in Disguise (wcco.com) - September 29, 2008
Sometimes an invisible injury to the brain can be devastating. Even the smallest breakthroughs feel like huge victories to Leticia Harnung.
Former Twins Corey Koskie Talks About Concussion Recovery (wcco.com) - September 21, 2008
Former Minnesota Twin Corey Koskie talks about how he is recovering from a concussion while playing for the Milwaukee Brewers.
One Year Later: Kaley Continues Recovery from Brain Injury (myfoxtwincities.com) - September 16, 2008
After a year trying to recover from a fall that left her with a life-threatening brain injury, Kaley Theis is on her way to getting her life back.
Negative Effects of Concussions Felt Long After Impact (myfoxtwincities.com) - June 26, 2008
Former Minnesota Twin Corey Koskie is speaking out to help the thousands of Minnesotans who are living with brain injuries.
Central Park Jogger: The Healing Continues (wcco.com) - April 16, 2008
Trisha Meili joined the Brain Injury Association of Minnesota for their 2008 Annual Conference and tells of her story and her recovery.
How a Brain Injury Changes Life, Family (wcco.com) - March 17, 2008
Story about Keaton Bowden's accident on the road in fron of his home, his recovery and his family.
"I Conquered Death": Justin Greenwood's Story (wcco.com) - December 3, 2007
Justin Greenwood was the picture of health at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire where he was a starting linebacker. His life changed forever on a routine hit during a game at University of Wisconsin-River Falls.