Tragic Death of Teen Lacrosse Player in Ohio

A 16-year-old lacrosse player from an Ohio high school tragically died after being hit in the head by a ball during a game. Despite undergoing surgery, he succumbed to his brain injury two days later. The community and family are deeply saddened by the loss.

Howard Blatt and the Aphasia Community Group

Howard Blatt, a former electrical engineer at MIT, suffered a stroke in 1983 which left him with aphasia, a brain disorder that affects communication. He and his wife, Judy, co-founded the Aphasia Community Group in 1990 to provide support for people with aphasia and their families. The group offers various services and activities to help those affected by strokes and brain injuries.