Effective July 1st, new laws have been put in place to increase awareness about head injuries. According to the Brain Injury Association of America, cycling, football, basketball and soccer top the list of sports that result in concussions. When 20-percent of all football players sustain a concussion per season, more needs to be done to make sure these injuries are being identified and treated appropriately.

Legislation Highlights:

• Coaches are required to take a training course prior to the start of the season
• Coaches are required to remove players from play if they exhibit symptoms
• Athletes must get WRITTEN clearance from a medical professional to return to play

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