The Neglect of Persons with Severe Brain Injury in the United States: An International Human Rights Analysis
Brain injury contributes more to death and disability globally than any other traumatic incident. While the past decade has seen significant medical advances, laws and policies remain stumbling blocks to treatment and care. The quality of life of persons with severe brain injury often declines with...
Main Authors: | Tamar Ezer, Megan S. Wright, Joseph J. Fins |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Harvard FXB Center for Health and Human Rights
2020-06-01
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Series: | Health and Human Rights |
Online Access: | https://cdn1.sph.harvard.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/2469/2020/06/Ezer.pdf |
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