Sports Concussions

• Albertan researchers believe urine could provide key to detecting concussions

  Peeing into a cup might soon become commonplace at your local sports complex -- not to check for steroids, but for concussions.

  Perspectives

  Oct 22, 2021
  
• Canadian rugby veteran looking to increase concussion awareness

  Jamie Cudmore has co-founded the Rugby Safety Network to help educate players about concussions and provide financial support to injured athletes.

  Sports

  Sep 30, 2019
  
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• 5-year Western University study suggests repeated concussions lead to larger brain changes

  While some brain changes recovered quickly, some lasted for six months after the injury and athletes who had previous concussions showed more changes.

  Health

  Dec 19, 2018
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• CFL players aware of concussions, but try to hide them: study

  Scott Delaney said diagnosing a concussion is near impossible unless the athlete comes forward and admits to having symptoms.

  Sports

  Jan 9, 2018
• Contact sports can alter the brains of even young, healthy athletes: study

  It doesn't just happen to veterans, research shows.

  Health

  Aug 22, 2017
• Concussions in sports: Feds announce guidelines for diagnosis, treatment

  The guideline aims to create a more consistent approach to concussions across Canada, something a number of high-profile Canadian sports figures have urged.

  Canada

  Jul 28, 2017
• How to tell if your child has suffered a concussion

  Summer means being outside - but could that lead to an increased risk of injury and concussions?

  Canada

  Jul 11, 2017