Concussion

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury. It happens when a blow (hit) to the head or body disrupts normal brain function. Some people lose consciousness (get ‘knocked out’) after a concussion, but most do not. Concussion symptoms may not appear right away. X-rays and CTs of the head appear normal after a concussion.

Below you will find resources to help you better understand, cope with and/or support someone with a concussion.

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What you need to know: concussions

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