On Wednesday, October 28, 2009, the House Judiciary Committee held a hearing on legal issues relating to brain injuries sustained while playing football. Testimony was given from the National Football League, Commissioner Roger Goodell, and retired players, Tiki Barber and Merril Hoge, as well as Congressional Brain Injury Task Force Chairman, Congressman Bill Pascrell, jr. and the Co-Director of the Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy at Boston University and member of the Brain Injury Association of America board of directors, Chris Nowinski.
The Committee investigated the findings of a recent study done by the University of Michigan regarding the prevalence of brain injuries among former football players. The study raised significant health concerns about concussions and how they may contribute to lasting effects starting at both the professional and amateur levels.
BIAA is committed to assisting in the awareness campaign to educate coaches, parents, and players regarding the dangers of concussion.
Mon, Nov 2, 2009
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