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BACKGROUND: Recognition and diagnosis of concussion is increasing, but current research shows these patients are discharged from the emergency department (ED) with a wide variability of recommendations and instructions. OBJECTIVE: To assess the adequacy of documentation of discharge instructions given to patients discharged from the ED with concussions. METHODS: This... Read More

On Friday NASCAR announced an expansion to its existing concussion protocol. The changes are part of the recently announced partnership with American Medical Response providing a travelling safety team for all Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series races. The updated protocol adds a “consistent screening tool for all venues and increasing available... Read More

Before the age of 20, Joe Ringling was a sponsored skier and mountain biker. “Why wouldn’t you follow a passion if you have it?” Ringling asked. But by 20 years old, Ringling had also suffered several concussions. Ringling says he would get knocked out but then get back on his skis or... Read More

Each year, there are more than 1.5 million sports-related concussions and thousands of heat-related illnesses in the United States. House Bill 116 is shedding light on student safety in athletics and hopes to give parents, coaches and students education that could potentially save lives. “The more times parents can hear... Read More