Figures are extrapolated from national statistics obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies. This legislative session may bring a change. Representative Lenny T. Winkler has introduced House Bill No. 5702 which would establish a Connecticut TBI Registry. BIAC is in complete support of this legislation. A trauma registry would allow for statewide data collection on brain injury incidence, cause and demographic characteristics of injured persons, as well as identification of long-term service needs of citizens who have sustained brain injury.
Some states use registry data to develop injury control and prevention strategies.
In 9 states, for example, people are informed of available services. Please contact BIAC for more information.