Concussion Research
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Groundbreaking research on concussions offered free: University of CalgaryPeople can now access best practices and tools to recognize, assess and treat concussions through a free online program at the University of Calgary.HealthMar 6
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‘Wildly inconsistent’: B.C. researcher helps define new standards for concussion diagnosisNoah Silverberg said concussion has historically been minimized as a minor injury that does not need medical attention and is believed to get better on its own.HealthMay 25, 2023
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Effects of smaller head impacts on young athletes studied with B.C.-made brain scannerThe study by SFU and the Mayo Clinic sheds new light on the cumulative impact of repeated, smaller sub-concussive injuries that don't produce immediate symptoms.HealthApr 22, 2021
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Canadian rugby veteran looking to increase concussion awarenessJamie Cudmore has co-founded the Rugby Safety Network to help educate players about concussions and provide financial support to injured athletes.SportsSep 30, 2019
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San Jose Shark player hosts third annual charity casino in London to support concussion researchThe event is scheduled to take place on Thursday August 15 at Centennial Hall.FeaturesAug 15, 2019
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Study finds concussion rates for kids under 5 higher than previously believedAn Alberta Children's Hospital physician says parents should monitor their child's behaviour after a head injury.HealthJul 3, 2019
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University of Calgary making free sports concussion course available to anybody who is interestedResearch on concussions in sport has reached a tipping point where the University of Calgary is offering a free, online course to anyone and everyone.EducationFeb 4, 2019
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University of Lethbridge holds discussion looking at psychological impacts of concussionsA University of Montreal researcher presented his study about how athletes deal with concussions when they're making their way back to the playing surface.HealthJan 28, 2019
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New concussion guidelines for children could change practices around the worldThe guidelines include recommendations on the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of mild concussions in children.HealthSep 4, 2018
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Western University hits NHL Players’ Association $3.1M fundraising challenge for concussion researchFormer NHL player Eric Lindros is celebrating the $3.125-million achievement alongside researchers and athletes at Western University.HealthAug 16, 2018
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