Brain Injury Association of Mississippi
"Improving the quality of life for survivors of brain and spinal cord injury and their families and
supporting programs designed to prevent such injuries."
IT CAN HAPPEN TO YOU!
"ART-RESTART"
The BIA of MS is beginning a brand new project
called "Art Restart."  It is for all brain and/or
spinal cord injury survivors at no cost
whatsoever. Come and enjoy time with our staff
and other survivors, caregivers and
professionals. The first class was March 06,
2013, and it was a huge success. Please contact
us if interested.
 
    Sports Concussions
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to
the head. Concussions can also occur from a fall or a blow to the body that causes the
“mild” brain injury because concussions are usually not life-threatening. Even so, their
the head. Concussions can also occur from a fall or a blow to the body that causes the
effects can be serious.







Traumatic Brain
Injury (TBI) is
often called the
signature wound of
the Iraq and
Afghanistan wars...  
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CONNECTION
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experiences!
Protect Your Head With A Helmet

BIA of MS has worked with numerous cities in MS to pass a helmet
ordinance.  If you are interested in your city doing this, please let us
know.  A few of the cities we have worked with include: City of
Ridgeland, City of Jackson, City of Starkville and many more.  We
look forward to working with your city in the near future.
Five Good Reasons to Wear a Helmet

Here's how to get your children to wear a helmet
and prevent injuries...
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Are you a TBI or SCI survivor
and interested in losing
weight and maintaining a
good, healthy lifestyle? If so,
click here to find out how you
can at no cost to you or your
family!!!