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Prescription 4 Safety

Concussion

  • Always make sure your child wears a helmet when engaging in activities that can cause a fall or impact to the head (e.g. riding a bicycle, sledding) (Alberta Health Services, 2023).
  • If you suspect that your child has a concussion, stop the activity immediately, limit physical activity, and take your child to a medical professional as soon as possible (Injury Prevention Centre, 2021).
  • Any impact to the head, face, or neck, or a blow to the body that jars your head, could cause a concussion (Injury Prevention Centre, 2021).

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