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State Concussion Legislation Through 2017

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All 50 states have some form of legislation regarding sport-related concussion. (An Examination of Concussion Legislation in the United States. Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice. Potteiger, K., Potteiger, A., Pitney, B. & Wright, P. M.) Policies vary widely. physician, emergency rooms, first responders, physical education teachers and other school personnel should take the time to understand their state and local concussion policies in addition to their school policy. (What every educator should know about concussions. Principal Leadership, March, 18-20, 2014.Roetert, E. P. & Richardson, C.)  Contact your individual state official website for specific details.

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