Concussion Awareness Week runs September 22-28

Join us during Concussion Awareness Week, September 22- 28, and spread #ConcussionEd in your community. #HeadstrongCanada

Find out what you can do to prevent concussions in your sport or activity and know what to do if a concussion does happen. Do not let the risk of getting a concussion keep you out of sport and physical activity. https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/concussion-signsymptoms/concussion-prevention-risks.html #HeadstrongCanada #ConcussionEd

A concussion is an injury that should be taken seriously. But, like other injuries, you can take the proper steps to heal. Keep it simple with the 4R’s: https://sirc.ca/concussion #HeadstrongCanada #ConcussionEd

Learn the signs and symptoms so you can recognize a possible concussion. Visit http://www.parachute.ca/concussion to learn more. #ConcussionEd #HeadstrongCanada

Coaches have an important role in helping keep participants safe. Here’s what every coach should know about concussion: https://www.coach.ca/makinghead-way-concussion-elearning-series-p153487 #ConcussionEd #HeadstrongCanada

Speak up about concussion symptoms. Tell a coach, parent, teacher, or another adult you trust if you think you might have a concussion. #HeadstrongCanada #ConcussionEd

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