Written on March 1, 2011 at 1:08 pm by

BIA: “Meet My Helmet — A Virtual Event” on Facebook

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Are you a service member or veteran who experienced an in-theater head trauma that could have been much worse without your helmet? Or are you an avid biker who wears a helmet almost daily to prevent head injury, in case of a collision?

Helmets have long protected warriors and athletes from skull fracture and have even saved lives. This month we’re recognizing those very helmets – and we want YOU to get involved!

Share why your helmet is important; how your helmet protected you from larger injury; or perhaps even saved your life. Personal stories help people connect and rally around important issues.

Get Involved:
1- RSVP yes to the “Meet My Helmet” event
2- Upload a photo or video and share your story!
3- “Like” DCoE’s page on Facebook to learn about traumatic brain injury facts, helpful resources, other fans’ experiences…and more!

Whether you’ve spent time on the battlefield, football field or ski slopes tell us your story.

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