Fatigue is defined as: Extreme tiredness, typically resulting from mental or physical exertion or illness. Fatigue can take on additional layers of impact for brain injury survivors and caregivers. Brain injury survivors: “Neuro-fatigue” is one of the most common and constant issues that brain injury survivors face. Neuro-fatigue is defined as a profound lack of (more…)
Health and self-care is important to us. That’s why we are thrilled to share some fabulous, healthy and fun goodies with our BEST friends and supporters for our BEST Facebook Giveaway for August 2017. Beginning Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 10 a.m. PST, BEST will have a treasure trove of great items to that give (more…)
Health and self-care is important to us. That’s why we are thrilled to share some fabulous, healthy and fun goodies with our BEST friends and supporters for our BEST Facebook Giveaway for August 2017. Beginning Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 10 a.m. PST, BEST will have a treasure trove of great items to that give (more…)
After my stroke, I find myself strongly motivated not to have another one. If you haven’t had a stroke, believe me when I tell you: it is about the least fun thing that can ever happen to you. You should do everything in your power to avoid it. I’ve done a lot of reading on (more…)
The month of May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Learn more about being “Stroke Hero” by clicking here or check out the comprehensive info graphic below! Here’s how to be stroke aware:
Today, on the BEST Facebook page, we are exploring fatigue and how it impacts both TBI survivors and caregivers, alike. “Brain fog” or “neuro-fatigue” is one of the most common and constant issues that survivors face that can have significant impacts to overall well-being and health. Here’s a fact sheet that we are sharing that gives (more…)