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"Lobby Day on Capitol Hill"

"Lobby Day on Capitol Hill"
It is estimated that more than 6 million people in the United States have an unruptured brain aneurysm. While most are small and an estimated 50 to 80 percent of all aneurysms do not rupture during the course of a person’s lifetime, more than 30,000 people will be affected by a ruptured brain aneurysm this... Read more »
By Janet Sutherland,
May 15, 2012 at 8:00 pm
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Brain Aneurysm Awareness in the Capitol

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  This spring, I will be joining survivors representing other states across the country on Capitol Hill. As a brain aneurysm survivor, I will be speaking on behalf of thousands of Illinois survivors. Caregivers and family members of those who did not survive from a brain aneurysm will also be participating.  This is all part... Read more »
By Janet Sutherland,
April 30, 2012 at 6:44 pm
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“Radio is the theater of the mind but can offer comfort and hope to listeners”

Radio has the ability to communicate with the listener “one-on-one.” A  Public Service Announcement (PSA) is a mainstay of many radio stations. Some well-known PSA’s left memorable  impressions“Loose Lips Sink Ships” to “Take a Bite Out of Crime”. Some of the PSA’s currently airing are hunger prevention, texting while driving and obesity prevention. Currently, a new... Read more »
By Janet Sutherland,
April 6, 2012 at 4:07 pm
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“Research continues saving lives and offering hope”

A new research study by the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System indicates that doctors may be able to reduce the risk of a stroke after a ruptured brain aneurysm.  During the study, electrodes were implanted in 12 patients shortly after they underwent brain surgery to treat the aneurysm. Electrical stimulation was applied continuously... Read more »
By Janet Sutherland,
March 7, 2012 at 11:31 am
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“Living To Tell”

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“Courage is being afraid but going on anyhow. “ Dan Rather There are good and bad stories associated with brain aneurysms. For me it wasn’t just the surviving part but it was the journey which often involved making new friends. The irony of this new friendship is that just like me another news reporter was... Read more »
By Janet Sutherland,
February 2, 2012 at 5:06 pm
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It seems like a "no brainer"

It seems like a "no brainer"
A brain aneurysm ruptures every 18 minutes so most of us should have heard of a brain aneurysm right? According to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, ruptured brain aneurysms are fatal in about 40% of cases. Of those who survive, about 66% suffer some permanent neurological deficit. This blog is dedicated to brain aneurysm survivors who have inspiring recovery stories, caregivers... Read more »
By Janet Sutherland,
January 24, 2012 at 3:38 pm
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