Man running across Canada to raise awareness of brain injuries

Updated: Fri Sep. 23 2011 14:59:27

ctvwinnipeg.ca

David McGuire is running across Canada raising awareness of brain injuries. He was told he would never walk again after he suffered a brain injury in 2005.

McGuire made a stop in Winnipeg Friday to speak with students at Elmwood High School. He says it's important to reach young people because they're the most prone to risky behaviour. Because of that, they have the highest rate of brain injuries.

McGuire told the students what type of symptoms to look for.

"There's generally a behavioural change in them and that's what we need to look for," said McGuire. "How's their sleep? What's their mood like? Are they extra tired or not sleeping at all? Are they angry for no reason?"

Almost 500 Canadians suffer a brain injury every day. McGuire plans on ending his run in Victoria, British Columbia in October.

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