))
#19 Tackling Brain Trauma: Advocacy for Veterans and Youth Sports Safety
Manage episode 451875321 series 3579510
Innehåll tillhandahållet av Bruce Parkman. Allt poddinnehåll inklusive avsnitt, grafik och podcastbeskrivningar laddas upp och tillhandahålls direkt av Bruce Parkman eller deras podcastplattformspartner. Om du tror att någon använder ditt upphovsrättsskyddade verk utan din tillåtelse kan du följa processen som beskrivs här https://sv.player.fm/legal.
In this impactful episode of Broken Brains, host Bruce Parkman and our producer Deny Caballero tackle the urgent need for awareness and solutions surrounding repetitive brain trauma in veterans and youth sports. Together, they explore critical topics such as the mental health challenges faced by veterans, the risks of brain injuries in youth sports, and the gaps in insurance coverage for effective treatment. Discover the powerful advocacy behind the Headsmart app, learn about the importance of legislative action, and get an inside look at the upcoming tailgate event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for veterans' care. Through personal stories and a shared mission, Bruce and Deny illustrate how education, community support, and fundraising can drive meaningful change.
If you're passionate about mental health, concussion awareness, or making a difference in the lives of veterans and young athletes, this episode is for you. Listen, like, share, and subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts to join the movement for safer futures.
Support The Mac Parkman Foundations Army Vs Navy Tail gate event! Click the link below and donate today!
https://givebutter.com/Army-vs-Navy-SOF-Tailgate
Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman is sponsored by The Mac Parkman Foundation
Support The Mac Parkman Foundation by donating today!
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=CR24MY2GDUCZL
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Broken Brains and Its Mission
03:04 The Importance of the Tailgate Event
06:00 Understanding Repetitive Brain Trauma
09:00 The Five Gaps in Veteran Care
12:00 Exploring Alternative Treatments
14:54 Advocacy and Legislative Efforts
18:05 The Role of Education and Awareness
21:00 The Book and Its Impact
24:52 Introduction to Headsmart App and Book
27:10 Understanding Concussions and Their Impact
29:20 The Importance of Specialist Care for Concussions
30:58 Advocacy for Veterans and Mental Health
32:49 Insurance Coverage and Legislative Changes
34:15 The Role of Community Support and Fundraising
38:00 Personal Stories and Shared Experiences
40:40 The Upcoming Tailgate Event for Fundraising
Get the Head Smart App Today! Click the link below to download it now!
https://www.mpfact.com/headsmart-app/
Join Blue Fusion and Horse Soldier Bourbon for the inaugural Special Operations Army vs. Navy Tailgate Event
Celebrate with us and support veteran wellness. Your participation helps fund The Mac Parkman Foundation's Veteran Program and Team American Freedom.
Your sponsorship ensures vital education, screening, and treatment for veteran mental health, aiming to reduce the tragedy of veteran suicide.
Enjoy food, beverages, and live music by Razor’s Edge, one of the top-perform
Produced by Security Halt Media
Kapitel
1. #19 Tackling Brain Trauma: Advocacy for Veterans and Youth Sports Safety (00:00:00)
2. Repetitive Brain Trauma Awareness and Advocacy (00:00:11)
3. Veterans (00:05:52)
4. Informative Book on Brain Trauma (00:18:33)
5. Advocacy for Brain Injury Awareness (00:28:38)
6. Rock Band Fundraiser for Veterans (00:41:34)
19 episoder
Dela
