Hydrocephalus Blog & Resources
Hydrocephalus Association Publishes Key Neuropsychology and Cognitive Research Priorities
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is excited to announce the publication of our Research Priorities in Neuropsychology and Cognition in the Journal of Fluids and Barriers of the CNS.
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Hydrocephalus Association Publishes Key Neuropsychology and Cognitive Research Priorities
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is excited to announce the publication of our Research Priorities in Neuropsychology and Cognition in the Journal of Fluids and Barriers of the CNS.
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Looking Back at Key Accomplishments in 2024
2024 was a year full of legislative accomplishments for the Hydrocephalus Association and the broader hydrocephalus community. Our successes could not have been achieved without the hard work of advocates from across the country. Partners in Congress were some of the strongest contributors for our mission as well.
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U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee Holds Hearing on the Challenges Affecting Global Hydrocephalus Patients
The House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee’s November 20th hearing discussed global brain health challenges, focusing on hydrocephalus in developing countries. Experts, including Dr. Benjamin Warf of NeuroKids, highlighted the need for better care and training to support patients, particularly in low-resource regions. The hearing also addressed the lack of USAID programs for brain health and the importance of international aid for hydrocephalus treatment.
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University of Washington Researcher Dr. Jennifer Kong Receives Prestigious Innovator Award for Hydrocephalus Research
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is proud to announce that Jennifer Kong, PhD, an assistant professor of biochemistry at the University of Washington, has been named a recipient of the esteemed 2024 Hydrocephalus Association Innovator Award.
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University of Colorado Researcher Dr. Mohammed Alshareef Receives Prestigious Innovator Award for Hydrocephalus Research
Bethesda, MD – The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) proudly announces that Mohammed Alshareef, BSE, MD, an…
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Announcing the 2024 Hydrocephalus Association Innovator Award Recipients
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Hydrocephalus Association Innovator Awards. These awards provide critical seed funding to researchers pushing the boundaries of hydrocephalus research and treatment.
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The Exclusive Hydrocephalus Scoop on the Hill | Key Updates for November 2024
Washington, D.C. is buzzing as Congress pushes key legislation and the Hydrocephalus Association partners with advocates to drive priorities forward. With government funding set to expire on December 20th, a short-term resolution is likely. The new presidential administration and Congress will bring major changes, especially in the first 100 days. Stay tuned!
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The Power of a Second Opinion: Advocating for Your Health
Even though second opinions are a common and accepted practice in medicine, many people feel uncomfortable asking for them.
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Announcing the 2024 Hydrocephalus Association Innovator Award Recipients
The Innovator Awards fund groundbreaking projects advancing hydrocephalus research, driving innovation, and improving outcomes for those impacted worldwide.
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Breaking Myths About Hydrocephalus: What’s Fact and What’s Fiction?
Hydrocephalus is often misunderstood, with myths overshadowing the realities of this invisible condition. This blog breaks down common misconceptions, highlights the facts, and sheds light on the challenges faced by those living with hydrocephalus, proving that what you see on the outside doesn’t always reflect the struggles within.
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Understanding Cerebral/Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) and Hydrocephalus: How Vision Can Be Affected
Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI) affects how the brain processes visual information. This article highlights the link between CVI and hydrocephalus, its impact on vision, and ways to support those affected.
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