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This April, the North Dakota State Penitentiary (NDSP) will begin implementing brain injury screening as part of resident orientation. This effort is part of a partnership between NDSP and the North Dakota Brain Injury Network (NDBIN), and stems from the Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program grant, a $550,000, three-year grant from the U.S. Department of […]

UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences faculty and students on an elective rotation that has them pitching in at the North Dakota State Penitentiary. “This rotation serves as a reminder that there are underserved populations hiding in plain sight – and they’re right here.” The “here” in question, said Dr. Stephanie Gravning, is the […]

Brain injuries can happen suddenly, when you least expect it. Stroke, overdose, falling on ice, or playing contact sports are all ways that someone can experience a brain injury, which can lead to life-changing effects. Although they often pose a challenge to survivors, with the right resources and support systems, brain injury and its symptoms […]