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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

This needs to be sent to We Rate Dogs. ❤️

Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

For more info, visit Eventbrite.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-launch-and-reading-for-no-such-thing-a-memoir-of-mild-tbi-tickets-2002578192281?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Here's my post in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. lynnemelcombe.com

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Lynne Melcombe

Author. Editor. Writing Coach.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We're a few days past #InternationalDayforPeace, but the books are still relevant, especially given what's going on in the world today. #creativenonfiction #Canadianauthors lynnemelcombe.com

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

My Dobie, who loved to lie in the sun, used to head into the shade to sit beside "her" new baby's stroller when I put my infant son into the back yard for some fresh air. It was the sweetest thing. I have a photo in my mind of one of our "nephews" using her body as a pillow while lying in the sun.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

After a summer hiatus, my book blog is back, promoting books by alumni of the University of King's College MFA program in creative nonfiction writing. And to remind us of how many amazing writers have come from this program is an updated list of books published by UKing's writers. lynnemelcombe.com

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

First book review! Woo hoo! "I literally couldn’t put your book down...read it in one day...compelling storytelling, great research...and deep understanding of the human side of illness and pain....Congratulations." Available at: Amazon Barnes & Noble Kindle iTunes

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A Republic If You Can Keep It @arepublicif.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

North Korea is good. Canada is bad. Coal is good. Solar is bad. Measles is good. Vaccination is bad. Child rapists are good. Childcare is bad. Pointless wars are good. Universal healthcare is bad. Anyone supporting the unrelenting chaos of the #GOP deserves zero respect. #RemoveTrump

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YukonCorneliusJack @yukoncorneliusjack.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Every accusation is a confession when this asshole opens his yap. There has never been a dumber, moronic, imbecile in the Whore House leading Amerikkka into a fiery pit of lies & bullshit. But, you voted for this POS & you can vote him out. Impeach. Remove. Imprison. Arrivederci, Asshole!

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Massimo (mirror) @rainmaker1973-m.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

This Pennsylvania barbershop boosts kids' confidence by paying young customers $3 to read stories aloud during haircuts. Original post

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

I wish I could double heart this.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

And we don't even have to ask who "he" is.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

This week's book review brought back memories of when my mom went into long-term care, and reminded me of some of the issues we're having with our brother being in long-term care. It's difficult all the way around. #booksky #aging #nursinghomes #longtermcare lynnemelcombe.com/2026/04/14/g...

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Caring for Aging Parents: Insights from 'Dying for Attention'

Explore the poignant truths of nursing home care in 'Dying for Attention' by Susan MacLeod, a compelling graphic memoir that challenges ageism.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Another group at risk for #mildtraumaticbraininjury is #dancers. But unlike in sports, dance teachers have no established #concussion protocols. This leaves decisions in the hands of dancers, who may push themselves to return too soon, risking their health. #mTBI pointemagazine.com/what-dancers...

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What Dancers, Teachers, and Directors Need to Know About Concussions - Pointe Magazine

While professional sports organizations have strict protocols for managing concussions, most ballet companies lack even basic procedures.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Study shows risks for anxiety & depression increase among former college athletes with 3+ lifetime #concussions. The researchers called lifetime #mTBI history “the most common predictor of adverse self-reported health outcomes within 5 years of #braininjury. www.healio.com/news/neurolo...

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Lifetime concussion history linked to depression, anxiety in former college athletes

Risks for anxiety and depression increased among former college athletes with three or more lifetime concussions, according to findings published in Neurology. Steven Broglio, PhD, ATC, director...

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Despite increasing awareness, #concussions & #mildtraumaticbraininjuries remain under-reported. #mTBI is a common reason for ER visits, but many people never get checked out, meaning actual numbers are likely much higher than official numbers. #braininjury #TBI www.qlsproctor.com.au/2026/03/brai...

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Brain injuries remain under-reported – Proctor

Brain Injury Awareness Month is an opportunity to advocate for improved concussion care and support for those affected.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

#Concussionsymptoms don't always include loss of consciousness but may include: #headache, #nausea and #vomiting, #confusion, #dizziness, #exhaustion, #blurredvision, #personalitychanges, #sensitivity to light or noise, #slurred speech and #impaired communication. #mtbi www.ndtv.com/health/loss-...

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

A new study shows that the blood–brain barrier can be damaged and leaky decades after #concussion. This seems to trigger a long-lasting immune response that is closely tied to cognitive decline. www.nature.com/articles/d41... #mildtraumaticbraininjury #mtbi #tbi #concussionrecovery

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Brain’s protective barrier stays leaky for years after playing contact sports

Damage to the blood–brain barrier is linked to immune changes and cognitive decline.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Research shows connection between #concussion and #communicationskills. People with #TBI may have trouble communicating clearly, eg “Yesterday at the place, we did this." Lack of detail impedes understanding, yet standard language tests don't reveal this problem. research.unc.edu/story/commun...

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Communication After Concussion - UNC Research

Kennedy Kehaulani Guess is investigating speech and communication disorders caused by traumatic brain injuries in athletes and veterans.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Yes, returning soldiers suffering from #concussion need special care. Yes, #mildtraumaticbraininjury can play a crucial role in #intimatepartnerviolence. That doesn't justify minimizing the lasting impacts on the victim. The Canadian Armed Forces must address this. nationalpost.com/news/canada/...

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Special forces sergeant who assaulted ex-wife gets reduced sentence due to Canadian military service

The judge noted a "link between his service-related concussions and the mental health deterioration" the soldier experienced.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

A new study published in the Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology suggests that veterans with #concussions may show subtle differences in brain function 10+ years after their injury as revealed by specialized eye movement testing. news.cuanschutz.edu/news-stories...

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Eye Tests Reveal Brain Trauma More Than a Decade After Concussions

Eye Tests Reveal Brain Trauma More than a Decade after Concussions

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

In an injured brain, #brainplasticity can be damaged and important connections can be reduced. But atients with #traumaticbraininjuries who complete computerized cognitive games show improved #neuroplasticity and cognitive performance, according to new research. www.futurity.org/cognitive-ga...

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Computer games give the brain a boost after traumatic injury

Computer exercises improve the brain’s pathways after traumatic brain injury, according to new research.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

In a landmark court case, a judge held that #post-concussionsyndrome can arise without a direct blow to the head, accepting the neurologist’s evidence that a #whiplash can produce concussion symptoms. #braininjury #concussion #TBI #mTBI www.casemine.com/commentary/u...

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Whiplash-Induced Post-Concussion and the Dominant-Injury “Uplift” Method under the Personal Injuries Guidelines

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

An explosion generates a sudden pressure wave that can pass through the skull in milliseconds, potentially causing #braininjury. The damage of this type of #concussion won't necessarily show up on brain scans. theconversation.com/how-blast-wa...

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How blast waves can damage the brain without a head injury

Explosions can damage brain cells and blood vessels even when scans look normal, leaving lasting symptoms that are often missed.

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Injured Brains of Medical Minds II looks at happens when clinicians, neuroscientists, and healthcare professionals move from diagnosing #concussion to living with it. My guess? They become a lot more empathetic. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...

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Understanding brain injury from the inside out | BPS

Narinder Kapur and Shahina Begam on a book that reverses the clinical lens…

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Imagine a simple saliva test that makes #concussion screening faster and better than ever. Thanks to neurotechnology, a small, game-changing device aims to remove the uncertainty surrounding #braininjuries contact sports and beyond. uwaterloo.ca/news/global-...

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Rapid concussion detection using saliva | Waterloo News

Andrew Cordssen-David (BSc ’22, MBET ’23) Alum, Faculty of Science and Faculty of Engineering > Co-Founder and CEO, HeadFirst > Velocity > Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business Imagine a simp...

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

A new study examines findings that prove what #concussion sufferers and #braininjury doctors have known for years: #MTBI causes microstructural injury to the brain’s white matter, and these injuries are measurable with DTI even when standard MRI appears normal. natlawreview.com/article/how-...

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How Diffusion Tensor Imaging Reveals Hidden Brain Injuries After Concussion

For years, concussions were described as temporary disruptions in brain function that could not be seen on any medical test. Patients were often told that because their CT scan or MRI was “normal,” no...

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

This study of athletes is more evidence for starting light exercise quickly after #concussion. But what's right for athletes after #braininury might not be right for the average person after #mTBI. I was quite fit but exercise inevitably triggered headaches. www.cureus.com/articles/409...

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The Effect of Aerobic Exercise on Post-concussion Recovery in Athletes: A Narrative Review

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), in particular sports-related concussions (SRCs), are a significant health concern for young athletes in the United States. Historically, treatment has consisted of pro...

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Women are likelier than men to have #chronicpain. Research shows this is related to certain immune cells, called monocytes, that can switch off pain. THIS is related to testosterone levels. #It’sNOTinyourhead, and you’re not soft. It's biological. www.painnewsnetwork.org/stories/2026...

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Why Are Women More Likely to Have Chronic Pain? Blame Hormones — Pain News Network

By Crystal Lindell Chronic pain typically lasts longer for women than men, and new research suggests hormones could be to blame. That’s according to a study at Michigan State University, published in...

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Lynne Melcombe @lmelcombe.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Good for #insurance companies for working at #whiplash prevention, but how about using #femalecrashtestdummies? #WhiplashAssociatedDisorder ( #WAD ) can cause #concussion, which #women suffer more often, with #moresymptoms, which are worse and longer-lasting than men. www.kbb.com/car-news/iih...

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