Tag: traumatic brain injury
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Metro Diner to support charities upon grand opening
New Jersey’s first Metro Diner will open on March 12 at 269 Route 18, East Brunswick. The community is invited to celebrate by reserving a spot during special pre-opening charity events from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or from 4-7:30 p.m. on March 10 and 11. All donations on March 10 will benefit Elks Camp…
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Collura crosses finish line during 5K held in his honor
Matt Collura, third from right, crosses the finish line during the 8th annual Matt Collura 5K in Thompson Park in Jamesburg on Oct. 14. Collura, now 34, suffered serious brain trauma in a snowboarding accident in 2011. For more information about fundraising efforts, visit MattCollura5K.com.
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5K fundraiser to help Monroe resident run again without assistance
The eighth annual Matt Collura 5K Run, Walk & BBQ will be held on Oct. 14 at Thompson Park, Perrineville Road, Jamesburg. Check in begins at 8:30 a.m. The race starts at 10:30 a.m. Participants must register in advance. The cost is $30 per person or $15 per child age 7 and younger. USATF discounts…
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What is a traumatic brain injury?
I have received several questions this month regarding brain injury. Rita B. from Marlboro asks, “What is the difference between a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and an acquired brain injury?” Josh W. from Matawan asks, “What are the leading causes of TBI?” Bonnie F. from Jackson asks, “Is a concussion considered to be a TBI?”Mark P.…
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East Brunswick Elks, Girl Scouts partner for Brain Injury Health Fair
East Brunswick Elks Lodge 2370 will hold a Brain Injury Health-Fun Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 21 at the lodge, 21 Oakmont Ave., East Brunswick. There will be music, dancing, giveaways, balloons, face painting and refreshments. Workshops will be held throughout the day. Sponsored by the Girl Scouts and adviser Donna Brown.…