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Length concussions leave NFL players to recover?
What is around 1-3 weeks
Organ that is affected from a concussion
What is the brain
What NFL players wear on their head stop and prevent against head injury and concussions
What are helmets
CTE definition
What is a brain condition thought to be linked to repeated head injuries and blows to the head
1 long term effect of concussions
What is increased Risk of Neurodegenerative Conditions, Mental health issues, cognitive defects and more.
Concussion Definition
What is a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a blow or jolt to the head or body that causes the brain to move rapidly within the skull.
This NFL player has suffered 3 documented concussions in his NFL career
What is Tua Tagovailoa
The first NFL player diagnosed with CTE
What is Mike Webster
2 Symptoms of concussions
Symptoms are: Headaches or a feeling of pressure in your head, Neck pain, Balance problems, A feeling of lightheadedness, Nausea and vomiting, Double vision, Blurred vision, Sensitivity to light.
# of Concussions across preseason and regular season games and practices
What is 182 concussions
In a landmark 2015 settlement, the NFL promised to compensate former players who developed dementia and other brain diseases linked to concussions. Since then, the NFL has awarded $1.2 billion to more than how many athletes
What is 1,600 athletes
In 2018, the NFL changed the kickoff line to the 35 yd line and it reduced concussions by what percent
What is 35%