Health Buzz: More Kids Being Treated for Concussions

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Thanks for being mentor on this matter.

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evakim87 of WI 9:32AM November 25, 2011

ctw46 wrote:A CHALLENGE TO FOOTBALL

There is an insidious malady affecting some professional, collegiate and even high school footbal playersl. I have long been an avid fan of football and I sincerely hope that the technology and medical expertise in the National Football League and collegiate ranks can help find a solution to this matter. If a solution is not forthcoming football prowess as a competitive sport may decline.

It has been thought that time helps heal a brain that has been bruised after blows to the head but now we are discovering that a cumulative effect is potentially a life threatening illness known as Chronic traumatic encephalothapy. Just this past month the Notre Dame Alumni magazine highlighted a story on the subject which everyone should read for detail and specifics. Excerpts from Jason Kelly former South Bend sportswriter featured the looming problem front and center. Here is just one case illustrated, that of NFL star Dave Duerson.

Dave Duerson took his own life and donated his brain to science for further study. His life spiraled downward until he saw no reason for fighting the problems any longer. His is a sad case that demands greater study. Two NFL rings, a businessman, with seemingly a great future ahead for him. Was CTE to blame for Duerson's demise?, I simply do not know but we all need to do additional research. This appeal is not an indictment against football, only an appeal for further study and research and if possible protection for the players.

Alan Phillips

Bloomington, IL

alan phillips of IL 2:55PM October 19, 2011

teenage boys were most often injured playing football or riding a bike; http://bit.ly/peQdD3

nicoleodea of CA 1:52AM October 08, 2011

I've seen this throughout the news over the last couple of months. It's very scary for parents if their children are involved in sports.

Scrubs & Suits of AZ 1:18PM October 07, 2011

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