Experts Discuss Long Lasting Impacts Of Violence At Baltimore Trauma Summit

BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The University of Maryland School of Medicine is hosting a two-day summit to focus on trauma and its effects on the brain.

“It is critically important that we rebuild trust, and we rebuild it on the foundation of listening and serving those who have been most deeply impacted by trauma,” said Councilman Zeke Cohen.

On Wednesday, the first leg of the Baltimore Trauma Summit brought together scientists, community leaders and activists to talk about the long-lasting impacts on our community, including poor health outcomes and ways to reverse detrimental effects.