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Women+ Positioning Statement | Birth Trauma Australia
Birth Trauma Australia is evolving its language to better reflect the people we support. We are adopting Women+ as a more inclusive, compassionate, and accurate way to refer to individuals who may experience pregnancy, childbirth or birth-related trauma. Why Women+?The journey through conception, pregnancy, birth, or healing afterward is not limited to cisgender women. We […]
Read CNTR’s January 2026 News & Opportunities eNewsletter – Coalition for National Trauma Research
Happy New Year! Catch up on CNTR’s news and opportunities: New evidence on rib fracture care:A major nationwide study shows early surgical stabilization of multiple rib fractures significantly improves survival. Read the full findings and explore clinical implications. • Expert discussion available:Catch the Chest Wall Injury Society journal club talk for deeper insights into pain […]
New Data Show that Fixing Ribs Early Can Save Lives – Coalition for National Trauma Research
Rib fractures are a common injury after trauma, but when multiple ribs are broken—or when the chest wall becomes unstable (a condition known as flail chest)—the consequences can be serious. Patients may struggle to breathe, require prolonged ventilation, or develop life-threatening lung complications. A new nationwide study published in the Journal of Trauma and Acute […]
A Chill New Year for Autistic Minds in 2026
As the world prepares to enter into 2026, chill New Year celebrations are evolving. While many people enjoy loud countdowns, fireworks, and crowded parties, these traditional festivities can be overwhelming for autistic individuals. Sensory overload, social pressure, and unpredictable environments often turn what should be a joyful moment into a stressful experience. This is why […]
Trauma Nurses: What you’re probably not thinking about when you hang IV fluids
Intravenous fluid administration is among the most common interventions nurses perform — and arguably one of the most misunderstood. Jacki Roland, MSN, RN, CEN, TCRN We are efficient and confident when we spike a bag and open the roller clamp. But how often do we stop to ask: Where is this fluid actually going? And […]
New Year, New Light! Insightful Autism Experiences Guiding a More Compassionate 2026
Every new year arrives carrying a quiet promise, but stepping into 2026 feels like stepping into a sunrise—warm, hopeful, and filled with a new light shaped by the stories and struggles shared by the autism community. These everyday moments, quietly threaded through our lives, teach us that true understanding isn’t found in guides or shortcuts—it […]
From Overwhelm to Wonder – Creating Joyful Winter Break Moments for Autistic Children
Winter break often brings a mix of emotions for families with autistic children. There’s excitement, hope, and love—along with sensory overload, unpredictability, and moments where everything feels like too much. It’s okay to hold both. And it’s in those in-between spaces that wonder often appears, gentle and unexpected. When Winter Feels “Too Much” For many […]
CNTR Advocates for ARPA-H and CDMRP Funding – Coalition for National Trauma Research
The Coalition for National Trauma Research recently participated in two key federal advocacy activities aimed at strengthening national investment in medical research and defense health innovation. Support for Robust FY26 Funding for ARPA-H As a member organization of the Research!America coalition, CNTR signed onto a multi-organization letter urging Congressional appropriators to provide at least $1.5 […]
Peace Over Chaos – Autism-Friendly Holiday Tips for a Stress-Free Celebration
The holidays in December are meant to sparkle with joy, laughter, and togetherness. Yet for families with children on the autism spectrum, the season can quickly turn from magical to overwhelming. Lights flash, schedules shift, and noise fills the air — all of which can disrupt the sense of peace autistic individuals crave. This year, […]
Creating a Holiday They’ll Love
Holidays are meant to feel magical, warm, and full of connection—yet for many autistic people, they can feel overwhelming, unpredictable, and exhausting. In 2025, families and professionals are embracing a softer, more effective, compassionate approach through modern ABA strategies designed to support, not push, autistic individuals. And sometimes the most powerful lessons come through real […]