The number of deaths caused by a traumatic brain injury (TBI) are not only higher in rural communities, but information on how to prevent them is lacking, according to Dr. Jill Daugherty, an epidemiologist with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
TBI deaths, lack of preventative education more common in rural areas
Rural residents are at a higher risk for traumatic brain injuries, according to experts, and may have worse outcomes due to lack of preventative care and treatment facilities.





