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More than 50% of high school athletes with concussions play despite their symptoms
Awareness of youth sports concussions has increased significantly and now all 50 U.S. states have some form of concussion prevention/recognition legislation in place addressing high school sports. Yet recent research indicates this might not be enough.
As reported in this article from Reuters Health, a new study […]
New Hit Count® Certification Program Makes Contact Sports Safer
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Spotlight on Saving Young Minds, Inc.
There are many terrific organizations that focus on preventing youth sports injuries or educating others about the growing concussion crisis. However there has not been as much attention focused yet on the connection between sports-related concussions and academic performance. That is why we wanted […]
New Mexico Researchers Find Concussions May Affect Kids for Months
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Ohio Bill Removes Students Immediately From Play When Concussion Symptoms Detected
Beginning with the 2013 spring sports season, young athletes in Ohio will have to immediately be removed from a game or practice when they show symptoms of a concussion. As reported by The Columbus Dispatch, the state senate unanimously approved the concussion legislation, House Bill 143, […]