Thinking a head

Head injuries sustained by children could cause long-term injuries such as disability and psychiatric problems, paediatricians tell Jennifer Grech.

Maltese doctors are highlighting the importance of head injury prevention as research suggests blows to the head suffered when young may increase the risk of a blighted or shortened life.
A large-scale study, published in the journal Public Library of Science Medicine last week, showed that even apparently mild head injuries could have potentially devastating long-term effects, including an increased risk of disability, psychiatric problems,... This article is part of our premium content. Full story is available on Times of Malta Premium.