Kalley’s Challenge: Concussions cut short career
April 2, 2013 in Alexandria Echo Press
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Morneau on the mend
February 29, 2012 in West Central Tribune
Justin Morneau isn’t going to sugarcoat his concerns over recurring concussions and how they could affect his playing career.
All the former AL MVP can do to quell the nerves of Minnesota Twins fans is go about his daily workouts like the old Justin Morneau, and he’s doing a pretty good job of that so far in spring training. Continue Reading
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New MN Program Helping to Prevent Serious Brain Injuries in High School Athletes
February 24, 2012 in WDAZ
CROOKSTON, MN (WDAZ-TV) – A program in Minnesota safeguards student athletes from serious brain injuries. Continue Reading
Span hopes to put concussion issues behind him
February 22, 2012 in West Central Tribune
Denard Span has been assured by medical advisers that his concussion problems are behind him. He is ready to put the diagnosis to the test. Continue Reading
Bouchard practices patience
January 11, 2012 in West Central Tribune
Pierre-Marc Bouchard’s best asset has again been relegated to patience, instead of skating, passing or other on-ice skills.
The Minnesota Wild right wing is out of action indefinitely after suffering another concussion, raising the question about whether his career is in jeopardy. Continue Reading
New law aims to reduce long-term impact of sports-related concussions
August 28, 2011 in West Central Tribune
WILLMAR Sports physical? Check. Baseline screening for brain function? Check.
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New concussion testing in schools will help ensure athlete safety
August 25, 2011 in Alexandria Echo Press
The days of rushing back athletes from head injuries are a thing of the past as more and more research shows the dangers of returning too soon from concussions. Continue Reading
School coaches will get mandatory concussion training
July 11, 2011 in Worthington Daily Globe
WORTHINGTON The District 518 School Board Instructional Committee met Monday morning to discuss several issues, among them implementation of concussion training for high school coaches. Continue Reading
Brett Favre might not be cleared to play in finale
December 30, 2010 in Grand Forks Herald
The Minnesota Vikings quarterback may or may not play against the Detroit Lions on Sunday, in what may or may not be the final game of his 20-year career. Continue Reading
Favre Has Not Passed Concussion Test
December 30, 2010 in West Central Tribune
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) Vikings interim coach Leslie Frazier says Brett Favre has not yet passed a concussion test and can’t play in the season finale at Detroit on Sunday. Continue Reading
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