We’re celebrating Black history month by kicking off our first Amplify Black Voices episode of 2022! This is a series where our podcast highlights the stories of Black brain injury survivors. There is a major lack of representation in healthcare when it comes to educating and spreading awareness for BIPOC individuals so we want to shine a light on their stories. In this episode, Joe is chatting with Janai Burton, a Black stroke survivor originally from Louisiana. She shares her challenges dealing with the inequalities of the healthcare system as well as her recovery journey. If you are a Black brain injury survivor, please connect with us on our socials. We want to support you through your recovery journey!

What causes encephalitis and how does it affect the brain? World Encephalitis Day is February 22nd so in this episode, Joe speaks with brain injury survivor and encephalitis awareness advocate, Veronique Theberge (Vero for short). Vero teaches us more about encephalitis and her experience suffering from it as well as how she manages her aphasia. From Tiktoking to spread awareness to fundraising, Vero does it all! Do you know anyone who suffers from encephalitis? Please connect with us on our socials for support.