Whether it's a sports accident, an automobile accident, or simply a daily fall, head injuries may occur to anyone. Perhaps one of the most prevalent though frequently ignored injuries is a concussion.

A concussion is more than just a bump to the head; it involves complex physiological changes in the brain. At its core, a concussion triggers: ・An inflammatory response: The brain is much more than a ...

Mild fever may not necessarily be a cause for concern, but it’s important to monitor it and see how it progresses. If your fever is persistent or worsens, don’t hesitate to contact a doctor. You may ...

When Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had his third concussion since 2022 earlier this month, the injury reignited concerns around football, the risks of returning to sports too early after a ...

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) walks off the field in the third quarter after an injury during the game against the Buffalo Bills in an NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Thursday, ...

A quick shake of the head after a hard hit could signal that a person has a concussion, a new study suggests, based on the experiences of young athletes. It’s an easily recognizable movement that ...

Concussions can impair your thinking, coordination, and movement. This likely makes it unsafe for you to drive until you have recovered and have the medical green light. A concussion is a type of ...

There's an injury on the field — a collision or maybe a fall — and now a student athlete doesn't feel right. The coach thinks the athlete looks confused and clumsy. The athlete reports concerning ...

During cheerleading practice in April, Jana Duey’s sixth-grade daughter, Karter, sustained a concussion when she fell several feet headfirst onto a gym floor mat. Days after, Karter still had a ...

Since forming its game-day concussion protocol in 2011, the NFL has taken several steps to try and reduce the number of concussions suffered by players. The league modified rules to make hits to the ...