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Concussions: Common, but Often Misunderstood

EL DORADO, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — Concussions are among the most common brain injuries, but experts say they’re also among the most misunderstood. Doctors explain that a concussion doesn’t always look the ...

How the football world is trying to tackle the problem of concussions

In this year's Super Bowl, Philadelphia star offensive tackle Jordan Mailata is hoping a new generation of helmets will help ...
The Bellingham Herald

Concussions in football and youth sports: Tacoma doctor urges caution first

Dr. Josh Purses has treated youth sports concussions for years. His top piece of advice? Play it safe. “The No. 1 thing is to not return to play,” Purses said in a phone call with The News Tribune on ...
Kaleido Scope

Sideline safety: What parents need to know about concussions in student athletes

The start of a new school year brings more than textbooks and class schedules. It also marks the return of school sports. As athletes head back to the fields and courts this season, parents and ...
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Infographic. Keep an eye on vision after concussion—screening tool and procedure for the two most common concussion-related vision disorders: convergence insufficiency and ...

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