Mandated headgear ‘could lower concussion in lacrosse’
The concussion rate is lower among high school girls who wear protective headgear than those who do not, new study reveals
The Drake Foundation – Making Change Happen
The Drake Foundation has been crucial in pioneering research to reveal links between concussion and head impacts in sport and neurodegenerative disease, helping to change the future for athletes and society at large. Here, we meet its founder, philanthropist James Drake
New testing for jockeys post-concussion
New research looks at using VR and blood biomarkers to ensure a jockey is fit to ride again
Repetitive head impacts directly linked to CTE, study reveals
Calls renewed for urgent action in implementing CTE prevention and mitigation efforts, particularly involving children
Consumer product-related child brain injury increases
Statistics show significant growth since 2000, particularly among girls
New test promises faster diagnosis of brain conditions
The test assists in diagnosis of MS, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease and concussions
Football heading ban for under-12s to be trialled
The FA will work with clubs and schools across the country to introduce the new measure for the 2022-23 season
App supports management of concussion symptoms
MyBrainPacer App helps people find their limits on activities post-mTBI
Boys ‘compelled’ to play contact rugby – despite concussion risk
'Could school leaders justify the associated risks to parents when it goes wrong?'
World Rugby increases post-concussion break to 12 days
In response to increasing scientific research and evidence, the minimum stand-down period has been raised from seven days
