Concussion worries are not just for adult athletes

Friday, October 19, 2012 - 23:00 in Health & Medicine

Head injuries are a problem in youth sports. The state of Washington's Lystedt Law provides guidelines for injured players. Pop Warner youth football limits contact in practice.For decades, hits to the head have been as much a part of football as touchdowns and chilled beers. But recently, more and more athletes have spoken out about the long-term damage they've sustained from repeated concussions incurred during games and practice.

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