Fact 2: Prevalence of TBI – A Hidden Epidemic
You may not hear about Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) as often as other health issues, but its prevalence is shockingly high, effectively making it a hidden epidemic. The numbers and statistics associated with TBI highlight its seriousness and broad impact on society.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), TBI contributes to about 30% of all injury deaths. Every day, 153 people in the United States die from injuries that include TBI. These stats paint a grim picture, yet the actual numbers could be much higher, given the vast number of unreported or undiagnosed TBIs.
Various factors contribute to this high prevalence, including falls, vehicle accidents, violence, and sports injuries. Among all age groups, falls are the leading cause of TBI. They account for almost half of all TBI-related emergency department visits, especially among children and older adults.(2)
