June is #NationalMigraineandHeadacheAwarenessMonth! People with TBI can suffer from pain/headaches immediately following their injury & throughout their recovery. Pain and headaches can have a negative effect on recovery - thereby, making proper assessment & management of pain/headaches essential.

🧠 June is #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth! Falls are the leading cause of #TraumaticBrainInjury (TBI) – responsible for ~ 30% of concussions and 72% of mod-severe TBIs across Ontario.

The 2026 Brain Health Summit!

🧠 June 27 was #PTSDAwarenessDay! While brain injury & PTSD are unique conditions, they share similar symptom profiles, including difficulties with memory, sleep & mood. This overlap can complicate assessment, diagnosis & rehabilitation, thereby highlighting the importance of trauma-informed care.

🧡 June is #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth – a time to recognize and celebrate the rich histories, contributions, and resilience of Indigenous Peoples across Canada.

🧠 June is #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth! Do you know about your local brain injury association? Local brain injury associations amplify the voices of individuals with brain injury and provide meaningful programs, such as peer support groups and community-based services.

💡 💙 Today is #ActionAnxietyDay! Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges experienced after a #traumaticbraininjury (TBI). Feelings of worry, fear, and uncertainty can affect recovery, relationships, and overall quality of life.

🧠 June is #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth! @ontariobia.bsky.social has launched a flag-raising initiative to increase awareness of #braininjury, spark meaningful conversations, and encourage communities across Ontario to better recognize and respond to the needs of individuals living with brain injury.

May is #VisionHealthMonth! TBI can result in sensory impairments affecting vision, perception, sensation & balance. Individuals with TBI should be screened for visual impairment and/or perceptual deficits and should undergo rehabilitation if needed. kite-uhn.com/brain-injury...

💡 Make sure to stop by Judy Gargaro and Arman Ali's posters at the @cahspr.bsky.social conference! #CAHSPR2026

Are you attending the @hhsfoundation.bsky.social’ conference on #acquiredbraininjury? Make sure to catch Judy Gargaro and Christie Misketis’s presentation on piloting an integrated care model for brain injury! 📅 May 29, 2026 @ 11:45 – 12:45 PM Register here: hhsf.akaraisin.com/ui/ABIConfer...

The Neurotrauma Care Pathways’ Judy Gargaro will be attending the @hhsfoundation.bsky.social conference on #acquiredbraininjury. She will be presenting 2 posters. Make sure to stop by! 📅 May 28 - 29, 2026 Register here: hhsf.akaraisin.com/ui/ABIConfer...

💚 This #MentalHealthWeek, we are reminded that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health – especially after a #TraumaticBrainInjury. Visit Chapter R of our TBI Guideline for more info & recommendations: kite-uhn.com/brain-injury...

Join Brain Injury Hope Foundation for a panel discussion with individuals who have been in a care partner role with #braininjury survivors & learn their triumphs and challenges. The Neurotrauma Care Pathways' Judy Gargaro will be a panelist! Register here: braininjuryhopefoundation.org/events/

Are you attending the @hhsfoundation.bsky.social’ conference on #acquiredbraininjury? Make sure to catch Parwana Akbari’s presentation on keeping up to date with a living #traumaticbraininjury clinical practice guideline! 📅 May 28, 2026 @ 10:45 – 11:45 AM

What is the leading cause of #spinalcordinjury (SCI) in Ontario? What are the average wait times to receive publicly funded care? How many people receive specialized inpatient rehabilitation? View our infographic to find out & learn more!

Happy #PatientExperienceWeek! People with lived experience of #traumaticbraininjury (TBI) and #spinalcordinjury (SCI) are at the center of everything we do at the Neurotrauma Care Pathways Initiative. Check out their stories: www.neurotraumapathways.ca/engagement

Recovery after a #TraumaticBrainInjury (TBI) can be shaped by the choices you make each day. Small, consistent habits can help support recovery, improve wellbeing, and manage symptoms overtime. 💡See the image below for practical Do’s and Don’ts to help guide your #TBI recovery journey:

This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we recognize the incredible impact of volunteers across rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and local/peer support organizations. We also acknowledge the significant contributions families make in supporting care and recovery.

Happy #EarthDay! 🌍🌷 Did you go outside today? Spending time in nature can help improve your physical and emotional wellbeing after a traumatic brain or spinal cord injury.

Clear communication with your Primary Care Provider matters after a #traumaticbraininjury (TBI). Sharing your experiences, symptoms, and recovery progress with your Primary Care Provider helps ensure you receive the right support, timely interventions, and coordinated care.

Primary care plays an essential role in helping individuals stay healthy & prevent avoidable complications after an #SCI. Yet, people with SCI often face barriers receiving basic primary health care due to physical and systemic barriers and SCI knowledge/expertise gaps among primary care providers.

🌍💡 This #WorldHealthDay, check out our #traumaticbraininjury (TBI) Guideline for evidence-based recommendations and tools/resources to optimize rehabilitation and recovery after TBI. English: kite-uhn.com/brain-injury... French: kite-uhn.com/brain-injury...

Who is caring for the caregiver? Families of people with #braininjury often do not receive the support they need, contributing to the stress and burden they experience. On #NationalCaregiversDay, we recognize the vital importance of caregivers to Canada's health and social care systems.

Our three University of Toronto students presenting their posters at the University College Research and Practice Day!

Join us on Tuesday March 24 for our webinar. In this webinar, Dr. Mark Bayley will discuss “Exercise Therapy for Concussion.” —register now via the link below! events.myconferencesuite.com/Canadian_Con... #Concussion #ExerciseTherapy ##Rehabilitation #BrainHealth #PostConcussion #PhysicalTherapy

The Neurotrauma Care Pathways team at #NABIS2026!

Sunday, March 8 was #InternationalWomensDay – a day to celebrate the strength and achievements of women worldwide! Did you know that #traumaticbraininjury (TBI) may affect women differently than men?

Don't miss Judy Gargaro's presentation on implementing brain injury best practice care pathways! #NABIS2026 📅 March 13, 2026 @ 9:35 – 9:45 AM Register here: braininjurysummit2026.org/about/nabis/

Make sure to attend Parwana Akbari’s presentation on using artificial intelligence for clinical practice guideline updates! #NABIS2026 📅 March 13, 2026 @ 9:25 – 9:35 AM Register here: braininjurysummit2026.org/about/nabis/

📣 🧠 The Neurotrauma Care Pathways team will be attending the #NABIS2026 conference! Our team will be presenting 3 posters – make sure to mark the dates on your calendar and stop by! Register here: braininjurysummit2026.org/about/nabis/

February is #BlackHistoryMonth! Did you know that Harriet Tubman experienced a #TBI after being hit in the head with an iron weight that an overseer threw? Following her injury, Tubman was unconscious for several days, and suffered from severe headaches, sleep attacks, and seizures.

The Neurotrauma Care Pathways Initiative is excited to be collaborating with #spinalcordinjury (SCI) leaders from across the country on an implementation project that will promote scale and spread of SCI quality improvement and best practice initiatives as part of a National SCI Plan.

February is #PreventativeHealthAwarenessMonth! Falls are the leading cause of #TBI and #SCI – but many falls can be prevented. Raising awareness, reducing risks, and taking simple safety measures can help prevent a fall.

💖 It’s #SexualHealthWeek – a reminder that sexual health is an essential part of overall well-being! Individuals with #TBI may experience changes in intimacy, relationships, and sexual function. These experiences are more common than many people realize.

It’s #SexualHealthWeek! Sexual health and relationships are among the highest priorities for individuals after #spinalcordinjury. Clinicians should ensure conversations about sexuality, intimacy, and reproductive health take place across acute, rehabilitation, and community settings.

💡Service Navigation Coordinators at Spinal Cord Injury Ontario (SCIO) provide direct support to help people with #SCI access the programs, resources, and services they need to achieve their goals – wherever they live in Ontario. Learn more: www.sciontario.org/services/ser... #SpinalCordInjury

January is #SubstanceUseDisorderTreatmentMonth! Substance use can be common before and after an individual experiences a #traumaticbraininjury and/or #spinalcordinjury.

After a #spinalcordinjury, it's normal to have questions and experience a wide range of emotions. Sometimes, what helps most is connecting with someone who understands what you are going through.

When an individual sustains a #braininjury, the journey to recovery can be overwhelming – ABI Navigators can help! There are 14 ABI Navigators across Ontario. Connect with your ABI Navigator: abinetwork.ca/wp-content/u...

Many people with #TBI and #SCI experience mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety. Today, on #BellLetsTalk Day, we are reminded that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health, especially after an injury or illness. #MentalHealthMatters

You can skip #BlueMonday and the #WinterBlues this year by incorporating regular meaningful activities into your routine, like being active, going outside (dressed warmly!), eating healthily, and doing activities that you enjoy (e.g., reading, watching a movie, volunteering) 💙 #TBI #SCI

The Neurotrauma Care Pathways Initiative is excited to be collaborating with #spinalcordinjury (SCI) leaders from across the country on an implementation project that will promote scale and spread of SCI quality improvement and best practice initiatives as part of a National SCI Plan.

🧠 Local brain injury associations amplify the voices of individuals with brain injury and develop meaningful programs, such as peer support groups and acquired brain injury directory of services. They offer support, education, and connection to local tools and resources.

Happy #NationalPharmacistDay! 💊 Pharmacists play a vital role in supporting the recovery of individuals with #braininjury and/or #spinalcordinjury by providing medication expertise, optimizing medication management, and enhancing safety.

Meet the Neurotrauma Care Pathways Initiative team! 👋 We are a dedicated group of passionate professionals working together to advance evidence-based #braininjury and #spinalcordinjury care, share knowledge, and support people with lived experience and their families/caregivers.

Stay connected with us across all our platforms for the latest on #TBI, #SCI, ideal care pathways, clinical practice guidelines & more. From expert insights & evidence-based recommendations for recovery to new tools & resources, we’re here to support best practices in care all year long💡

❄️☃️ Happy Holidays from the Neurotrauma Care Pathways Initiative!

The holiday season can be stressful. It’s important to recognize when things start to feel overwhelming & know where you can turn to for support. 📞 Call @ontariobia.bsky.social at 1-800-263-5404 📞 Call SCIO at 416-422-5644 or 1-877-422-1112 📞 Call Health811 at 8-1-1 or TTY at 7-1-1

❄️ As the weather gets colder, traveling to health appointments can become more challenging. 💻 Virtual care & telerehabilitation allow individuals with TBI to connect with their care team virtually and continue their recovery from home. For more info: kite-uhn.com/brain-injury...