At Switalskis, we support individuals and families affected by brain injury in many different ways. Some injuries occur at birth, others later in life through accidents, illness or stroke. While every situation is different, the long-term impact is something many people share.

E-bikes have transformed how people move around Leeds, particularly for delivery riders working long hours in the city centre. But a recent rise in serious and fatal e-bike accidents, alongside growing reports of dangerous riding in pedestrian zones, has raised significant concerns for public safety.

Each year, as the clocks go back and the nights draw in, road safety experts warn that November is the most dangerous month on UK roads. The combination of darker evenings, poor weather, and increased traffic all contribute to a spike in serious accidents involving drivers, cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians.

When a child suffers a brain injury, most discussions naturally focus on the timing of delivery, imaging results, or potential delays in diagnosis. Yet behind many of these cases lies a quieter, often overlooked factor: nutrition.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published updated guidance on ‘Rehabilitation for chronic neurological disorders including acquired brain injury’ (NG252).

Sam McFadyen answers the common question, 'what is concussion?' - the common causes, symptoms, ways of prevention and the recovery journey involved for those who have sustained a concussion.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when a sudden impact to the head disrupts normal brain function. The severity of a TBI can range in severity and the effects can be long-lasting or life-threatening. 

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can produce life-altering challenges that persist long after the initial trauma. Every TBI is unique, but many survivors face lasting physical, cognitive and emotional effects.