80 Admissions a day

🧠 80 Admissions a Day: The Hidden Scale of Acquired Brain Injury in Yorkshire and the Humber

At Headway Huddersfield and District, we know that behind every statistic is a story—of resilience, recovery, and the need for support. The latest figures from 2023/24 reveal the scale of Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) across Yorkshire and the Humber, and they’re a powerful reminder of why our work matters.

📈 The Numbers Speak Volumes

In the past year, there were 29,118 hospital admissions for ABI-related diagnoses across our region. That’s an average of 80 admissions every single day.

These admissions include:

• Head injuries: 10,475

• Strokes: 12,520

• Brain tumours: 4,067

• Other conditions: including meningitis, encephalitis, and hydrocephalus

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ABI is used as shorthand for these diagnoses, but it’s important to note: not all admissions result in long-term disability, and admissions don’t equate to individuals. One person may be admitted multiple times, and overall, individual patients make up around 85% of all ABI admissions, and over 90% of head injury admissions.

🧩 What These Figures Mean for Our Community

These numbers reflect a wide spectrum of experiences—from those who recover quickly to those who face lifelong challenges. For many, ABI leads to changes in memory, mobility, communication, and emotional wellbeing. Families, carers, and professionals are often deeply affected too.

At Headway Huddersfield and District, we’re here to bridge the gap between hospital discharge and long-term recovery. We offer:

• Drop-in sessions in Huddersfield, with the hope of extending this to Dewsbury, and Halifax

• Peer-led activities and lived experience workshops

• Training for legal, rehabilitation, and case management professionals

• Community events and fundraising initiatives that bring people together

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💬 Why Awareness Matters

ABI is often invisible. It doesn’t always come with a wheelchair or a plaster cast. That’s why raising awareness is vital—not just among healthcare professionals, but across workplaces, schools, and communities.

We’re calling on local partners, sponsors, and supporters to help us:

• Expand inclusive services across Calderdale and Kirklees

• Promote lived experience and interactive learning

• Fundraise for seasonal events and study days

• Celebrate survivors’ journeys and amplify their voices

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🤝 Join Us in Making a Difference

Whether you’re a professional, a survivor, a carer, or a community member—there’s a role for you in this story. Share this post. Attend an event. Volunteer. Sponsor. Advocate.

Together, we can turn statistics into support, and data into action.