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Concussion Education Sessions

These sessions are for anyone who has experienced a concussion within the past 6 months. If you sustained an injury more than 6 months ago you are still welcome. Family and loved ones are welcome to attend with you. They are for people who want to learn about what to expect following a concussion. There are 2 parts to these information sessions.  

To attend the program you must be:

  • 16 years of age and older
  • Diagnosed with a concussion

How do I access the Concussion Education Sessions?

No referral is needed to register for the sessions.

There are 2 parts and you must sign up for each part separately.

You can pre-register online at: https://abi.nshealth.ca
Or call: 902-473-8610

How do I prepare for the session

After you register for the session, you will receive an email from an ABI practitioner with a Zoom link and information on how to connect via Zoom.

Will there be any follow up after the session?

Following each session, you will receive an email with a copy of the slides and resources that were reviewed during the session.

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Patient Education Resources

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion Education Session

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Nova Scotia Health staff are offering a 2-part education session for people who have recently experienced a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion. Each session is 60 mins (1 hour) long. This session is being offered online using Zoom for Healthcare. This pamphlet explains who the session is for and how you can sign up.

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Concussion Recovery

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A concussion is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This pamphlet includes information on how long symptoms last, symptoms to watch for, and what to expect the first few weeks. An in-depth list of common symptoms and how to deal with them, and a FAQ section is also included.

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