Brain Aneurysms are Treatable!
Help Stop the Pop!
Brain aneurysms are not easy to understand…so picture this: a red balloon represents an aneurysm. The popping of that balloon represents a rupture. Together we can work to curb this silent killer, and help STOP the POP. Brain aneurysms are treatable!
Stop The Pop!
Brain aneurysms are not easy to understand…so picture this: a red balloon represents an aneurysm. The popping of that balloon represents a rupture. Together we can work to curb this silent killer, and help STOP the POP.
Brain aneurysms are treatable!
Did You Know?
1 in 50 people in the United States has an unruptured brain aneurysm, 30,000 people a year rupture, that is 1 every 18 minutes, and half of these people die.
Women are at a greater risk than men at a ratio of 3:2, and African Americans and Hispanics are 2X as likely to rupture.
The key is that brain aneurysms are treatable and beatable if people know the facts.
If you have an unusual headache, vision loss, neck pain or a combination of these symptoms you should consult a doctor. If you have the “worst headache of your life” seek immediate medical attention.
To learn more about the warning signs and symptoms please click HERE.
#GlobalBAF
Social Media Toolkit
The world is different these days, but brain aneurysms are still occurring! Support those impacted and brain aneurysm research by spreading awareness with our social toolkit. Join the Challenge and share on your socials!
A Direct Impact
As a public 501(3)(c) charity with no endowment, the Brain Aneurysm Foundation relies solely on funds raised from thousands of individual donors, corporate and foundation donors, and events. Approximately 75 cents of every dollar we receive goes directly to fund research, education, support programs, and awareness campaigns.
Misdiagnosis
This Should Not Happen...
Brain Aneurysms are TREATABLE!
We have found there is a recurring theme from patients is misdiagnosis. Many people seek medical attention for varying brain aneurysm symptoms, yet practitioners whether it be a primary care physician, an ER professional, or a nurse at a walk-in clinic send the patient home without any testing. Common misdiagnoses are:
“It is a migraine.”
“You have the flu”.
“It is just stress.”
“Have you been drinking or taking drugs?”
“Take some pain reliever and call me in a week.”
Unfortunately, in many cases, this has led to a rupture and requires emergency surgery.
If you or a loved one were misdiagnosed, please share your story with us and help raise awareness of the signs and symptoms. Together we can educate the medical community and help stop preventable ruptures.
Survivor Stories
”The doctor thought she was getting a cold, even though I told her what happened. I asked to get a CT scan, but the doctor said no because of the radiation and gave her Tylenol and sent her home."
“This would be characteristically busy day for Cindy. She started with an early morning cycle ride in preparation for the 100-mile Ironman bike portion, a packed schedule of clients throughout the day, and perhaps a run in Central Park late in the afternoon. But this wasn’t to be a typical day for Cindy. “
“I am a semi-pro football player for the Connecticut Falcons in the Tri-Borough football league. For my first play on defense, the running back came up the middle and our heads collided on impact. As I walked off the field, I told my coach I felt weird and fatigued.”
"In the early hours of November 13th, 2018, I felt dizzy and weak so I laid down unaware that anything critical was happening. As I turned to grab my phone, my hand did not reach it. "
"Last January while getting ready for work, Bryan suffered from a ruptured aneurysm. At the time Bryan was by himself and did not survive. As far as we know he did not suffer .."
"I was diagnosed with a 3.5 mm aneurysm on my carotid artery close to the junction of the ophthalmic artery almost three years ago. It was an incidental finding from a brain scan.."
"This past September my mother was diagnosed with an “Annie”. As I’m sure this makes absolutely no sense to most of you, allow me to fill you in. My mom, being the proactive.."
"Seven years ago I was diagnosed with a 3mm un-ruptured brain aneurysm, which turned my life upside down. I hit my head on a ceiling fan while decorating a bedroom.."
By Rhonda Baker and Dr. Hanel Click here to watch a story about new treatment against aneurysms
"Interventional neurologists at McLaren Macomb Hospital have successfully performed Macomb County’s first Pipeline Flex embolization, a minimally invasive neurological procedure.."
Support Groups
Anyone who has suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm needs a great deal of support to cope with its physical, emotional, and financial effects. Family members, who often become caregivers, also require ongoing support, not only to provide the best possible care for their loved one, but also for themselves.
We offer over 75 support groups at healthcare facilities throughout the United States and Canada. Led by doctors and nurses in partnership with and guidance from the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, these support groups provide an important sense of community for patients and families, a source of reliable information, and a forum for solving problems and sharing experiences.
In addition, we host an active online support community (bafsupport.org) for those who may not be able to attend an in-person support group.
Join us for the 2020 Global Brain Aneurysm Challenge!
The Arterial Challenge is the longest running fundraising event of the Brain Aneurysm Foundation. This is the event that fueled the organization in the early days to expand and prosper. Without the Arterial Challenge there may be no BAF as we know it today.
Our Arterial Challenge kicks off the first ever Global Brain Aneurysm Challenge. Our goal is to raise $500,000 by the end of 2020 to support our 2021 mission driven initiatives!
The challenge is for all the 1 in 50’s, their families, friends and communities. It is for the medical community as well as the medical industry. It is for BAF to continue its mission as it has for the past 26 years.
So, please join us in our challenge to raise $500,000 – $1 for each of the 500,000 lives lost around the globe to an aneurysm each year.
Join the Challenge – Be the Change!
Donate $50 or more by 12/31/2020 and get some 2020 swag!
Become a State Ambassador
We need YOU to be a Stop the Pop Ambassador to help us raise awareness and provide education on brain aneurysms in all 50 states.
Fundraiser Spotlight
Name: Christine D
State: New York
Funds Raised: $1,000
Name: Danielle M
State: New York
Funds Raised: $1,000
Name: Chase F
State: California
Funds Raised: $500
Make Stop the Pop go viral by sharing an image/video of a red balloon on social media and ask three friends to do the same; and for all to like and share your post.
Make September
Brain Aneurysm Awareness
Month
1 in 50 people in the United States has an unruptured brain aneurysm, 30,000 people a year rupture, that is 1 every 18 minutes, and half of these people die.
Our community needs September to rally together to raise awareness and education of this all too deadly disease that can strike anyone at any time. Women are at a greater risk than men at a ratio of 3:2, and African Americans
and Hispanics are 2X as likely to rupture.
The key is that brain aneurysms are treatable and beatable if people know the facts.
So please work with the Brain Aneurysm Foundation to make sure all 50 states declare September as Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month and do our part to educate and save lives.
It is time to Make Your Voice HEARD with one easy click:
About the Brain
Aneurysm Foundation
The Brain Aneurysm Foundation was established in Boston in 1994 as a public charity. The foundation developed from a close relationship between patients and healthcare professionals who identified the need for comprehensive information and support for brain aneurysm patients, their families, and the medical community.
The Brain Aneurysm Foundation is now the globally recognized leader in brain aneurysm awareness, education, support, advocacy, and research funding.
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