Georgia coroner confirms 16-year-old Dylan Thomas died from TBI
When 16-year-old Dylan Thomas died last month following a scary set of events beginning with the young athlete collapsing on the field, it was assumed he died from issues related…
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Yet another high school football player dies after unnoticed traumatic brain injury
A week ago, 16-year-old Dylan Thomas had a bright future ahead of him. He did well in school, had plenty of friends, and was the “heart and soul” of his…
ReadHigh School Football Players Remain Unfazed By Concussion Dangers
Whether or not you agree with the changes, there is no denying that football isn’t the same as it used to be – all thanks to concussions. For one, players…
ReadMark Gastineau deals with football’s aftermath
Mark Gastineau, a retired defensive end with the New York Jets, revealed that he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson Syndrome and Dementia. Gastineau played 1o years with the New York Jets.
ReadA Third of Concussed Children Return To The Field The Same Day
Over the past few years, every state in America has adopted concussion regulations for young athletes – the vast majority of which require players to be removed from play when…
ReadThe WWE Gets Body-Slammed By Concussion Lawsuit
The NFL’s concussion lawsuit may be settled, but many other professional sports organizations have yet to see their day in court. Lawsuits are being brought by athletes from all kinds…
ReadNASCAR Star Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sidelined Due To Concussion
NASCAR superstar Dale Earnhardt Jr. is bowing out of a major upcoming race this weekend due to a possible concussion. Earnhardt’s team Hendrick Motorsports released a statement today saying the…
ReadPlaying Water Polo May Put You At High Risk For Concussions
Water polo isn’t typically thought of when people think of contact sports with high risk of injury, but those who participate in the sport will be quick to tell you…
ReadNew Concussion Protocols Are Helping Keep Athletes’ Brains Safe
Concussions are starting to be taken seriously in sports of all ages. The idea that concussions in sports like football and hockey can have life-long effects is finally accepted as…
ReadYet Another Wearable Device Claims To Prevent Concussion
Today, Sports Illustrated published a huge article on a new wearable piece of technology that is purported to protect athletes against concussions. Sound familiar? It seems every few months a…
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