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Water Safety

Did you know that a child can drown in an inch of water? Learn how to keep safe near water.

Equestrian Safety

Did you know that the highest proportion of injury events involving multiple injuries are due to riding animals?

Bicycle Safety

Wearing a helmet while riding a bike can save your life. It's as simple as that.

Roller Sports Safety

Stats about roller sports and injury as well as prevention tips.

Heads Up: Concussion in Hockey

Ice hockey is notoriously a rough sport. Learn ways to keep it safer.

Opinion: Surgeon Tackles Brain Injury in Youth Sports

Would you let your young kids play contact sports? Read what one father/pediatric neurosurgeon has to say about sports concussions.

Sports and Concussion: "When in Doubt, Sit It Out"

Sports and Concussion: â€œWhen in Doubt, Sit It Outâ€

Suggestions for keeping young athletes safe in games where helmets are not required.

Management of Sports-Related Concussion in Children and Adolescents

Managing a young athlete who has sustained a concussion — or several — can be complicated. Speech-language pathologists can help.

ACTive: Free Concussion Training for Sports Coaches

ACTive: Athletic Concussion Trainingâ„¢: Free Concussion Training for Sports Coaches

An indispensable and absolutely must-use tool for all coaches — from peewee to pro sports.

Heads Up to Schools: Know Your ABCs — for Teachers, Counselors, and School Professionals

Heads Up to Schools: Know Your ABCs â€” for Teachers, Counselors, and School Professionals

Learn your Concussion ABCs.

8 Top Tips for Safe Summer Sports

9 Top Tips for Safe Summer Sports ... and Fun

Eight easy ways to keep your summer adventures safe and exciting!

Why Is It So Hard to Keep Cheerleaders Safe?

Cheerleading is a real sport with real injuries — like brain injuries. It's time to take notice.

When Is It Safe to Return to Play After a Concussion?

An important new law evens the playing field.

ATV Safety Fact Sheet

These 600+-lb. vehicles can be fun, but dangerous. Learn more.

Summer Sports Injury Prevention Tips

Play hard, but stay safe this summer!

Winter Sports Brain Injury Prevention Tips

Learn ways to enjoy winter sports and protect your brain.

Tuesday Morning Quarterback

Read what this ESPN columnist has to say about concussions and helmets.

Atención con las conmociones cerebrales en las escuelas: Hoja informativa para los padres

Atención: Concusión cerebral en los deportes de colegio (para los padres)

¿Qué es una conmoción cerebral y cuáles son los signos observados por los padres o tutores?

Concussions: Is Your Young Athlete at Risk?

Learn why letting a child return to play after a concussion can be extremely dangerous.

Safe ATV Operation: Frequently Asked Questions

Learn the standard guidelines, legal requirements, manufacturers' recommendations, and state regulations for ATVs.

Atención: Concusión cerebral en los deportes de la escuela secundaria (hoja informativa para los atletas)

Atención: Concusión cerebral en los deportes de colegio (para el atleta)

La conmoción cerebral puede ocurrir sin que la persona pierda el conocimiento. Esta hoja informativa ofrece información a los atletas sobre prevención, reconocimiento y reacción frente a una conmoción.

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