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As kids ramp up their springtime sports, hits to the head can be a real cause for concern. Here’s what you need to know about concussions in children, including how to prevent them, how they are treated and when your child can resume normal activities.

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10 questions to ask youth sports coaches

Whether it’s football, soccer, lacrosse, baseball or field hockey, safety is of the utmost importance. Here are 10 questions to ask your coaches and sports organizations about how they handle head safety.
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Preventing baseball and softball injuries

It's springtime, which means many young athletes are heading back to their local baseball diamonds. And, while your children may not be thinking about injuries and how to prevent them, it’s a topic that should be on your mind.

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