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Concussion : Prevention

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Attention to safety, including the use of appropriate athletic gear, such as bike helmets and seat belts, reduces the risk of head injury.
Source:ADAM
Date:January 16, 2009
Many cases of concussion can be prevented by using appropriate protective equipment. This includes seat belts and air bags in automobiles, and helmets in all contact sports.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Many cases of concussion can be prevented by using appropriate protective equipment. This includes using seat belts and air bags in automobiles, and wearing helmets in all contact sports.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Many cases of concussion can be prevented by using appropriate protective equipment. This includes seat belts and air bags in automobiles and helmets in all contact sports.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Riders whose bicycle helmets don't fit right are at twice the risk for serious head injuries, compared with those whose helmets fit properly.
Source:StayWell
Whether on an adult or a child, a helmet that has been approved by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and fits correctly will cushion the head in a fall and protect it from impact with other objects.
Source:StayWell
Seat belts protect those wearing them in the event of an accident, but they also protect others in the vehicle, as unrestrained riders can be thrown in a crash.
Source:StayWell
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