Not all concussions are created equal. A new study has revealed nine early warning signs that a mild head injury might linger longer than expected, and why spotting them within hours could change ...

The word “concussion” may bring to mind football players and other athletes. Or maybe someone who’s been in a bad car wreck. But the truth is that a concussion isn’t always the result of a severe ...

With the start of the fall sports season, student athletes run the risk of getting a concussion. What happens while players are still on the field or sidelines after a head injury is important in ...

A new study could help shed light on who is at risk for CTE. — -- Levels of certain proteins in the brain and spinal fluid of people who suffer continuing issues as a result of concussions are ...

Whether you’re sending a child off to college, heading on a family vacation or just thinking about safety, packing up a first aid kit is a good idea. You may not think about the need for a first aid ...

Dr. Josh Purses has treated youth sports concussions for years. His top piece of advice? Play it safe. "The No. 1 thing is to not return to play," Purses said in a phone call with The News Tribune on ...

Fall sports season is in full swing, with many students as young as kindergarten participating in high contact sports such as football and soccer. According to the Brain Injury Research Institute, an ...