医学英语：如何避免头部损伤？

Brain injuries can happen in a car, at home, on a playground, or while playing sports; they can result in severe disability and even death.

无论是在车上、在家里、在运动场上还是运动的时候都可能遭受头部损伤；而这可能导致严重残疾甚至是死亡。

People of all ages are susceptible to brain injury which is a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or a penetrating head trauma that disrupts the normal function of the brain.

任何年龄段的人都很容易遭受头部的碰撞、打击、晃动或影响大脑正常运行的穿透性伤害等。

Fortunately, brain injuries can be prevented.

所幸的是头部伤害可以避免。

Everyone needs to be properly buckled up while driving or riding in a car.

开车或骑车的时候一定要系好安全带。

For older adults, who are at greatest risk for falls, a regular exercise program can improve balance and agility.

对容易摔倒的大龄成年人而言，经常锻炼可以改善平衡度和灵敏度。

During sports, it’s important to wear a properly fitted and maintained helmet and follow safety rules.

在运动期间，要穿戴合适持久的头盔，并遵守安全规则。