A SPORTS CULTURE IN NEED OF REFORM? Researchers from the University of North Carolina found a majority of high school athletes did not report concussion symptoms for reasons ranging from a fear of missing playing time to a lack of education about symptoms. Read More
Athletic Trainers Absent in Many Md. High Schools, Safety Concerns Raised
Just four of Maryland’s 24 public school districts have athletic trainers working full-time with student athletes in all high schools, calls conducted by Capital News Service reveal.
That means thousands of student athletes throughout the state are participating in practices and games without a licensed healthcare professional on hand for emergencies. Read More
Concussion Numbers Dip for High School Sports in Howard Co.
Anne Arundel Co. Athletic Head: More Thought Needed on Concussion Plan
Concussion Testing in Mo. Co. Sweeping, But Impact Still Unclear
Teens Turn to Online Support
Young athletes turn to the Web in the absence of more traditional face-to-face groups geared to their needs.
Helmet Sensors an Emerging Market Due to Concussion Awareness
Md. School Districts in No Rush to Embrace Helmet Sensors
Helmet Sensor Maker Targets Youth Market
DOD, NCAA Team Up to Change Attitudes About Concussions
Protecting Their Young: Youth Football Leagues Take Steps Toward a Safer Game
Some Worry Safer Football Helmets Could Lead to More Head Injuries
UMD Team Awaits Patent on Device That Could Cut Down on Football Concussions
High School Coaches Worry Changes in Football Rules Could Take Away from Game
Helmet Manufacturer Unsuccessful in Attempt to Have Charges Dismissed in Frostburg Football Player's Death
Son's Football Concussion Pushes Dad into Advocacy
Concussion Sensor Bill Aimed at Athletes' Safety Dies Without a Vote
Concussion Rates High in Girls' Youth Soccer
But awareness lags, putting undiagnosed girls at greater risk of a second concussion, prolonged recoveries or worse.
Reston Hockey Club Targets Concussion Prevention
Youth Hockey Players and Body Checking May Not Be a Match, Some Say
Parents Weigh in: Should Headers Come Out of Youth Soccer?
Girls' Lacrosse to Decide on Headgear
US Lacrosse Works Toward Standard for Optional Headgear for Girls
Researcher Warns: Soccer Headbands, Mouthguards Don't Prevent Concussions
UVa. Center Considers Telemedicine to Assess Sports Concussions
Vision Tests Could Help Diagnose Concussions on the Sidelines of Games
Debate Over Baseline Testing Continues, Even as Use Spreads
Applying to College Following a Concussion: One Student's Roadmap
Molfese: Six Steps Could Improve Concussion Responses
PERSONAL STORIES
Kayli Burns
Kayli Burns sustained a concussion at age 14 during a junior varsity basketball game that radically altered her freshman year -- and left her with some memory loss four years later. But the Baltimore teen is determined to keep the injury from interfering with her career plans.
Briana Scurry
Briana Scurry, a two-time Olympic goalkeeper and Women’s World Cup champion, has found a new life focus following a debilitating concussion four years ago.
Michelle Priddy
Athletic trainer Michelle Priddy covers practices and games at both Queen Anne’s County high schools, which she says can be stressful. It can be hard, she says, keeping track of all the athletes’ injuries.
Callan Weith
A Reservoir High School athlete's concussion diagnosis marks the beginning of a months-long struggle to return to the sports and activities he loves.