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Concussion is one of the most common injuries to the brain, affecting about two million children and teens every year. It is a particular kind of injury that happens when a blow to the head or somewhere else on the body makes the brain move back and forth within the skull.
It's possible to get a concussion after what might seem like a minor injury, like a forceful push from behind, or a collision between two players in a football or soccer game.
What are the signs and symptoms of concussion?
Because the injury may not seem that significant from the outside, it's important to know the symptoms of a concussion. There are many different possible symptoms, including
Some of these are visible to others and some are felt by the person with the concussion. That's why it's important to know the signs and to ask all the right questions of a child who has had an injury.
Sometimes the symptoms might not be apparent right away, but show up in the days following the injury. The CDC's Heads Up website has lots of great information about how to recognize a concussion.
How can further harm to the brain be avoided?
The main reason it's important to recognize a possible concussion early is that the worst thing you can do after getting a concussion is get another one. The brain is vulnerable after a concussion; if it is injured again, the symptoms can be longer lasting — or even permanent, as in cases of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a condition that has been seen in football players and others who have repeated head injuries.
If there is a chance that a child has had a concussion during a sports competition, they must stop playing — and get medical attention. It's important to get medical attention any time there is concern about a possible concussion, both to be sure there isn't a more serious brain injury, and to do a good assessment of the symptoms, so that they can be monitored over time. There are some screening questionnaires that are used by doctors that can be used again in the days and weeks after the concussion to see how the child is improving.
What helps children recover after a concussion?
Experts have struggled with figuring out how to protect the brain after a concussion. For a long time, the recommendation was to rest and do very little at all. This meant not doing any exercise, not going to school, not even reading or watching television. As symptoms improved, the restrictions were lifted gradually.
Over time, though, research showed that not only was this much rest not necessary, it was counterproductive. It turns out that getting kids back into their daily lives, and back into being active, is safe and leads to quicker recovery. Experts still recommend rest and then moving gradually back into activities, but the guidelines are no longer as strict as they once were.
One important note: A medical professional should guide decisions to move from rest to light activity, and then gradually from there to moderate and then regular activities based on how the child is doing. This step-by-step process may extend for days, weeks, or longer, depending on what the child needs. Parents, coaches, and schools can help support a child or teen as they return to school and return to activities and sports.
Some children will be able to get back into regular activities quickly. But for others it can take weeks or even months. Schools and sports trainers should work with children to support them in their recovery. Some children develop post-concussive syndromes with headache, fatigue, and other symptoms. This is rare but can be very disabling.
How can parents help prevent concussions?
It's not always possible to prevent concussions, but there are things that parents can do:
Source: Harvard Health Publishing
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Police operatives in Ogun State have arrested a 28-year-old man, Samuel Ani, for allegedly d3filing and impr3gnating a 14-year-old girl in Sagamu area of the state.
The suspect was arrested after the girl’s father filed a complaint at the police station on Wednesday, November 13.
The command’s spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, in a statement on Friday, said the suspect was caught in the act and has confessed to the crime.
“The father, known only as Paul, had approached the division to report the crime suspect committed against his daughter.
The suspect allegedly d3filed the minor and is also accused of impr3gnating her. The 28-year-old suspect had been arrested and detained by the command,” she said.
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The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor E.A. Adeboye, has stated that, without divine intervention, the exchange rate could have reached ₦10,000 for $1.
Speaking at the Special Holy Ghost Congress in Abuja, he attributed Nigeria’s financial struggles to its reliance on fuel imports and the ongoing issue of non-operational refineries.
According to him, “We need help, and it’s not human help; it’s divine help. Before our current president took office, we were aware that the root of our financial issues lay in the importation of petrol. Despite having oil, we continued to import petrol and waste billions on refineries that did not operate effectively.
When the president cancelled the subsidy on petrol imports, those who benefited from it became upset and created more problems.”
As the naira continued to decline rapidly, Adeboye said that he prayed and was grateful that others joined him in prayer.
“If God hadn’t intervened, $1 could have been worth N10,000 by now. This illustrates how much we need prayers,” he added.
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The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the creation of a N250 billion real estate investment fund, which aims to tackle Nigeria’s housing deficit and provide long-term, affordable mortgage financing for Nigerians.
Finance Minister Wale Edun disclosed this to State House correspondents on Thursday after the FEC meeting, which was led by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa.
According to Edun, the initiative will provide Nigerians with the opportunity to secure mortgages at interest rates significantly lower than the current market rates, which can exceed 30%, with tenures that could extend up to 20 years or more.
“Approval has been granted for the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) real estate investment fund. This fund will serve as the basis for the revival of long-term mortgage financing in the Nigerian economy.
The MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund will initially amount to N250 billion and will provide low-cost, long-term mortgages to Nigerians who wish to acquire homes. It will help address part of the 22 million-unit housing deficit.
Of course, it will create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and pave the way for other private sector investors to participate in the housing construction industry, with significant benefits for the broader economy.
The concept is long-term. Investors will have the opportunity to earn market rates of interest and returns on investment, blended with seed funding of N150 billion,” he said.
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The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved an external borrowing plan of $2.2 billion aimed at boosting the nation’s finances and supporting ongoing economic reforms.
Finance Minister Wale Edun shared this update with State House correspondents on Thursday after the FEC meeting, which was led by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa.
According to him, “The first objective is to complete the federal government’s external borrowing program with the approval of the $2.2 billion financing package, which will include access to the international capital market through a combination of Eurobonds and Sukuk bonds—approximately $1.7 billion from the Eurobond offer and $500 million from Sukuk financing.
The actual composition of the financing will be finalized once the National Assembly has considered and approved the borrowing plan. After the external borrowing approval is granted, the funds will be raised as soon as possible within the year.
The exact combination of instruments will depend on the advice of transaction advisers and market conditions when we decide to enter the market.
Earlier in the year, we demonstrated the resilience of the Nigerian financial markets and their capacity to handle more complex and sophisticated offerings, such as the domestic issuance of dollar bonds that attracted investors from both Nigeria and abroad.”
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Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo shared that he found a d3ad bat on his bed shortly before being declared the winner of the September 21 governorship election.
He recounted the experience during a post-swearing-in thanksgiving service held Wednesday night at Dr Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City.
“I want to thank God. In this last election, while I was praising God, they (traducers) were busy operating from Arise. They were busy operating from Facebook. They were busy operating from Channels.
But, I took the battle to God because I know the secret. A few days to the election, they said this guy (Okpebholo) is cr+zy. We gathered to praise God in this state. They said, ‘What is he doing?’ They were there at Arise. But, I was listening to the voice of God. I won the battle.
After the election, on Sunday morning, I came to my room. I found a bat had di3d on my bed, without me sh%%ting any arrow. But the spirit of God was there. The arrow of God; the hand of God delivered me.
I am grateful to the men of God that stood in the gap. I am grateful to those that believe that with God, all things are possible. And I will give you one advice: trust in God alone because he will do it for you,” the governor said.
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