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The 2020 BIAMD Silent Auction is LIVE
Through Midnight, April 7th!
Having watched a year's worth of work disappear overnight, our Brain Injury Association of Maryland team has been working tirelessly on finding an alternative method to bringing you one of the most beloved events of the Annual Conference,
The Silent Auction.
This month, along with hundreds of thousands organizations world-wide, we were forced to cancel our 32nd Annual Brain Injury Conference: “Your Impact: Making the Invisible Visible” due to the threats posed by the Coronavirus Pandemic.
Sadly, this pandemic has affected all of us in ways we are only now just being able to fully comprehend. It was an agonizing decision to cancel on many levels, not the least of which was that we weren't going to be able to see all of our many friends and colleagues and share with them the wonderful speakers and experiences we had assembled over the past year.
In addition to being a "family reunion of the brain injury community", the Annual Conference also served as our largest fundraisers for the year. The funds are used to allow BIAMD to continue to provide information and assistance to individuals
with brain injuries, their families and the health professionals caring for them.
This year, the generosity of our donors and partners garnered over 110 silent auction items which we were busy
preparing for our attendees to enjoy and take home with them.
And...While we can't let you slowly browse amongst table after table of wonderful gift baskets, trips, experiences, restaurant menus, sports paraphernalia, jewelry, and dozens more items, we can give you an opportunity to still bid and win on these terrific items.
As with our in person Silent Auction, all proceeds will go to keeping the BIAMD’s helpline (1.800.221.6443) open to assist the thousands of individuals who contact our organization every year looking for assistance and resources about brain injury.
We would like to extend a HUGE thank you to all of the organizations and companies who donated for our silent auction, and to all of our conference partners and sponsors. We've never attempting anything like this before, but we are really excited to be able to bring this event to you amidst all of the other difficulties and challenges we have been facing over these last several weeks.
Shipping is free for all gift cards and if you purchase two items or more.
Help us wrap up brain injury awareness month with a little fun and a lot of competitive bidding!
Bidding Ends at Midnight on Tuesday, April 7th.
CLICK HERE to Sign In and Start the Bidding.
Good Luck and Stay Safe
The Silent Auction.
This month, along with hundreds of thousands organizations world-wide, we were forced to cancel our 32nd Annual Brain Injury Conference: “Your Impact: Making the Invisible Visible” due to the threats posed by the Coronavirus Pandemic.
Sadly, this pandemic has affected all of us in ways we are only now just being able to fully comprehend. It was an agonizing decision to cancel on many levels, not the least of which was that we weren't going to be able to see all of our many friends and colleagues and share with them the wonderful speakers and experiences we had assembled over the past year.
In addition to being a "family reunion of the brain injury community", the Annual Conference also served as our largest fundraisers for the year. The funds are used to allow BIAMD to continue to provide information and assistance to individuals
with brain injuries, their families and the health professionals caring for them.
This year, the generosity of our donors and partners garnered over 110 silent auction items which we were busy
preparing for our attendees to enjoy and take home with them.
And...While we can't let you slowly browse amongst table after table of wonderful gift baskets, trips, experiences, restaurant menus, sports paraphernalia, jewelry, and dozens more items, we can give you an opportunity to still bid and win on these terrific items.
As with our in person Silent Auction, all proceeds will go to keeping the BIAMD’s helpline (1.800.221.6443) open to assist the thousands of individuals who contact our organization every year looking for assistance and resources about brain injury.
We would like to extend a HUGE thank you to all of the organizations and companies who donated for our silent auction, and to all of our conference partners and sponsors. We've never attempting anything like this before, but we are really excited to be able to bring this event to you amidst all of the other difficulties and challenges we have been facing over these last several weeks.
Shipping is free for all gift cards and if you purchase two items or more.
Help us wrap up brain injury awareness month with a little fun and a lot of competitive bidding!
Bidding Ends at Midnight on Tuesday, April 7th.
CLICK HERE to Sign In and Start the Bidding.
Good Luck and Stay Safe
Maryland General Assembly 2020 Session
Although Brain Injury Awareness Day in Annapolis was cancelled and the Maryland General Assembly has adjourned for
the 2020 Session, BIAMD closely monitored the bills that affect the brain injury community in Maryland.
Please click here for an updated Legislative Tracker.
the 2020 Session, BIAMD closely monitored the bills that affect the brain injury community in Maryland.
Please click here for an updated Legislative Tracker.
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The Maryland State Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board (TBIAB) consists of 36 voting members, who represent consumers, families and caregivers, advocates, government officials, health care professionals and elected officials. The TBIAB is required by § 13-2105(6) of the Health General Article, Md. Ann. Code, in accordance with § 2-1246 of the State Government Article, to issue an annual report to the Governor and the General Assembly that contains recommendations.
The Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board Report for 2019 is ready for your review. To discover the Board's recommendations for this year, CLICK HERE. |
AVERAGE NEW U.S. CASES ANNUALLY
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
10,400
SPINAL CORD INJURY
12,500
HIV/AIDS
50,000
BREAST CANCER
231,840
ALL NEW CASES COMBINED
304,740
NEW TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES
EACH YEAR IN THE U.S.
2,800,000
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
10,400
SPINAL CORD INJURY
12,500
HIV/AIDS
50,000
BREAST CANCER
231,840
ALL NEW CASES COMBINED
304,740
NEW TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES
EACH YEAR IN THE U.S.
2,800,000
The OPIOID EPIDEMIC and BRAIN INJURY.
Opioids are depressants, meaning that they inhibit the central nervous system (CNS).
During an overdose, the body experiences Central Nervous System depression, which can result in
As such, the most significant risk of an overdose is the lack of oxygen.
Oxygen is essential to the human brain, and a lack of oxygen to the brain causes damage.
So, what about those who are overdosing but not dying?
The opioid epidemic has led to the creation of a new term: Toxic Brain Injury.
This type of brain injury occurs from prolonged substance misuse and nonfatal overdose.
This encompasses two forms of brain injury resulting from a lack of oxygen:
During an overdose, the body experiences Central Nervous System depression, which can result in
- decreased rate of breathing,
- decreased heart rate, and
- loss of consciousness, possibly leading to coma or death.
As such, the most significant risk of an overdose is the lack of oxygen.
Oxygen is essential to the human brain, and a lack of oxygen to the brain causes damage.
So, what about those who are overdosing but not dying?
The opioid epidemic has led to the creation of a new term: Toxic Brain Injury.
This type of brain injury occurs from prolonged substance misuse and nonfatal overdose.
This encompasses two forms of brain injury resulting from a lack of oxygen:
- Hypoxic Brain Injury
- Hypoxic brain injury occurs when the brain does not receive enough oxygen
- Anoxic brain injury.
- Anoxic brain injury occurs when the brain does not receive any oxygen.
In these situations, the amount of time the brain is without adequate oxygen dictates the severity of injury.
Toxic Brain Injury has multiple effects on the brain. Brain damage caused by use of drugs could include disruption of nutrients needed by brain tissue; direct damage, injury, and death of brain cells, including neurotransmitter receptors; alterations to brain chemical concentrations, including neurotransmitters and hormones; and deprivation of oxygen to brain tissue. The effects on the brain will differ depending on the type of substance, the amount used, and the duration of use.
Toxic Brain Injury has multiple effects on the brain. Brain damage caused by use of drugs could include disruption of nutrients needed by brain tissue; direct damage, injury, and death of brain cells, including neurotransmitter receptors; alterations to brain chemical concentrations, including neurotransmitters and hormones; and deprivation of oxygen to brain tissue. The effects on the brain will differ depending on the type of substance, the amount used, and the duration of use.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC
AND TOXIC BRAIN INJURY - CLICK HERE.
"I can't thank you enough for all of the help. You have been amazing! I've reached out to both ladies and we're moving forward. I'll also be reaching out to the doctors you have sent. Again, I can't thank you enough on behalf of the both of us."
- Alexandra and Charles
"Thank you for the information and especially for the kind words yesterday. I will share the information with Megan.
We will (also) check out the additional resources.
Thanks again for your help."
- Shannon
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Five Thoughts Fridays
A brief blog about what we are working on, looking at, thinking about, and inspired by.
Check the latest issues and back issues
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A brief blog about what we are working on, looking at, thinking about, and inspired by.
Check the latest issues and back issues
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2-1-1 Maryland connects you to health and human service resources in your community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in over 180 languages.
The Maryland Access Point (MAP) searchable directory can help you find home health, personal care, transportation, housing, home repairs, adult day care providers and lots of other services that can support you in your home.
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About Us
Our Mission
The Brain Injury Association of Maryland shall be the voice of those affected by brain injury through advocacy, education, and research.
The Brain Injury Association of Maryland shall be the voice of those affected by brain injury through advocacy, education, and research.
Our Vision
We bring health, hope, and healing to thousands of Marylanders living with brain injury, their families, and the professionals who serve them.
We bring health, hope, and healing to thousands of Marylanders living with brain injury, their families, and the professionals who serve them.
Our Staff and Board
Our two full-time, one part-time staff are here to serve you. Our all volunteer Board of Directors strive to provide the utmost service and leadership to the brain injury community.
Our two full-time, one part-time staff are here to serve you. Our all volunteer Board of Directors strive to provide the utmost service and leadership to the brain injury community.
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BIAMD
2200 Kernan Drive Baltimore, MD 21207 Phone: 1.800.221.6443 |
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