Linda M. Picon

Senior Consultant VA TBI/Polytrauma Rehabilitation. Likes and R/T are my own opinion/do not represent VA.

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

Also the Veterans Crisis Line Dial 988 then press 1

[Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @RepAOC]

For the first time in our nation’s history, the U.S. recognized its role as a colonizing force. The Puerto Rico Status Act lays out a process for the Island to decide its own future. It doesn’t favor statehood, independence, or free association. It allows Puerto Ricans to choose.

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

https://t.co/GwBek1GhZB

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

A VA TBI Model Systems study https://t.co/lM9XBXhRJK

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

@lherrero El mejor, by far. Que orgullo siento 👍🏻

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

Now available! 2021 VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guidelines: Management and Rehabilitation of Post-Acute mild TBI
https://t.co/gsA6XiHZG2

[David Begnaud @DavidBegnaud]

She didn’t want to get the Covid vaccine
She was pregnant
She got Covid
& nearly died
Her baby was born premature
She’s now a vaccine advocate
I asked @uamshealth what an estimated hospital cost would be for a similar case
The answer: north of 3 million
The Covid vaccine is free

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

The Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center is recruiting military caregivers for feedback on new TBI factsheet on Stress Management. Must be 18 or older. Interview is approximately 60 min. Receive $25 for your time. Call [phone] or email [email protected] to register.

[Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems @TBI_MS]

¿Entiende usted la #lesióncerebral? El #MSKTC tiene muchos recursos que le pueden ayudar a entender #LCT. https://t.co/peFFDT0JUq

[Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems @TBI_MS]

Many people with #TBI have sleep issues, which can exacerbate depression and anxiety. During #COVID19, help support better sleep with this free #MSKTC resource. #stayhealthy #RT https://t.co/FJU6jZ0YGC

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

@RocioNorman3 @UTHealthSA @UTHealthSA_SHP Fabulous! Congratulations!

[Blue Star Families 🇺🇸 @BlueStarFamily]

Join @BlueStarFamily and @RedCross as Dr. Fauci and reps from the @DoD_DHA and @DeptVetAffairs answer questions from our military-connected community about the vaccine at this virtual event! Special messages from Sec. Austin and Sec. McDonough! https://t.co/mimC43NAFs

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

Unsong heroes of war are everywhere if you just ask a #Veteran to tell their story 👏🏻 https://t.co/tCd9IIemQu

[RockyMountain MIRECC @RMIRECC]

Check out the updated Lethal Means Safety (LMS) for #SuicidePrevention website featuring:

Evidence
Counseling
Recommendations
Resources

#SuicidePrevention #SafeStorage #Veterans

https://t.co/Mf5oGE9YVq

[RockyMountain MIRECC @RMIRECC]

We are pleased to announce an updated Lethal Means Safety website featuring
𝗘𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 that helps prevent suicide.

Understand the difference between Myths and Facts.
Visit LMS for Suicide Prevention today: https://t.co/HdbtoZWCUG
#SuicidePrevention #SafeStorage #Veterans

[Veterans Affairs @DeptVetAffairs]

Today, VA announced the deployment of two Mobile Vet Centers to the Capitol Grounds to ensure that those impacted by the events of January 6th can access support and mental health resources needed during this critical time.

https://t.co/zwx0c2XPFL

[VHA Under Secretary @USHVHA]

Join me, Dr. Anthony Fauci of @NIH, Gen. Mark Milley of @thejointstaff & other health leaders at the “Military-Connected Families & the COVID-19 Vaccine” town hall on Thu Feb 4 at 3 PM ET, sponsored by @BlueStarFamily & @RedCross. Register at https://t.co/xxlX0ovueJ

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

Empowered to manage your symptoms. Concussion Coach app on Apple and Android platforms.

[Veterans Health @VeteransHealth]

You never know when a fall, bang or crash will result in a concussion. Stay safe and informed on how to manage symptoms with the Concussion Coach app. Learn more: https://t.co/i5kcjFhvlP

[Linda M. Picon @VATBIslp]

Let us all understand what these words mean. Then we can all do our part 🌎