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–  COVID19 Impact Update –

During these trying and unprecedented times, the BCBIA will attempt, as best as possible, to maintain its strong presence and voice for the brain injury community in BC. With the ability to use Brainstreams.ca as our platform we are able to communicate relevant and up to date issues in regard to brain injury. We will attempt to respond in a timely manner to all questions and enquiries made to Brainstreams.ca.

For information in regards to COVID19 please contact:
Public Health Agency of Canada: 1-833-784-4397
HealthLinkBC (8-1-1) at any time or speak with your BC health care provider.
BCCDC’s website: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19

Between the Lines: Stories of Brain Injury Survivors

The third installment of Between the Lines is here. This time, we delve into the first real hurdle of life after an acquired brain injury: fear. Stroke survivor Tony Mok shares his experience with fear, for his family and for his future, and why facing it was such an important step in his recovery journey. Click here to read more.

If you would like to begin with the first segment, click here.

Part Three

Between the Lines: Stories of Brain Injury Survivors

We’re pleased to share the second segment of Between the Lines, a retrospective on acquired brain injury. In this blog post, we learn how Tony’s wife noticed his speech was becoming slurred, she knew something was very, very wrong. Find out how stroke awareness helped save Tony’s life, and how it could help you save a life too. You will find the second installment of Between the Lines here.

Please continue to share Tony’s story with your family, friends, colleagues, and community. It is inspirational and courageous.

You can begin reading the first blog post in the series, here.

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Part Two

Between the Lines: Stories of Brain Injury Survivors

We’re pleased to share Between the Lines, a retrospective on acquired brain injury. In this six-part series, stroke survivor Tony Mok shares his recovery journey with us, as we seek to bring greater awareness to brain injury recovery and resources here in British Columbia.

Please share Tony’s story with your family, friends, colleagues, and community. It is inspirational and courageous.

You can begin reading the first blog post in the series, here.

Check back regularly for updated posts.

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COVID19 Impact Update, Resources & Info

During these challenging times, the BCBIA will attempt, as best as possible, to maintain its strong presence and voice for the brain injury community in BC. To help the brain injury community navigate these unprecedented times we have created an information page with links to various provincial and national resources. Visit this page to learn more about the support resources available and to find more information about current best health and safety practices during the pandemic.

Read news articles about the evolving knowledge of the impacts of COVID19 on brain health. Learn about how people affected by brain injury are coping during these uncertain times.

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This Vancouver produced podcast series “…blends stories, investigation, psychology and a heavy dose of curiosity about the organ that drives us all. Our brain!” Listen to 3 seasons of episodes here.

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MyGuide: Concussion is a customizable guide for adults with concussion, or those wanting to learn about adult concussion.

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