Publication Date: January 10, 2019
Concussion, also known as mild traumatic brain injury, is an acute urgent public health issue that has the potential for serious long-term consequences if not recognized immediately.
Classification: All Journal Articles, Brain Injury, Concussion
Author(s): Babul S, Damji F
Publication Date: January 27, 2017
The purpose of this report is to provide details on the burden of concussion hospitalizations among children and youth in British Columbia (BC).
Classification: _Full Collection, Brain Injury, Children & Youth, Concussion
Author(s): BCIRPU
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Publication Date: January 19, 2013
This study sought to establish short-term changes in white-matter integrity after sports-related concussion in adolescents, and examine the association between changes in white-matter integrity and a clinical measure of concussion.
Classification: _Full Collection, Brain Injury, Concussion, Physical Activity, Risky Play, Sports & Recreation
Author(s): Borich M, Boyd L, Emery C, Frew K, Makan N, Moore T, Virji-Babul N
Publication Date: October 2, 2012
The purpose of this report is to describe the burden of concussion in BC, for the general population, with a focus on children and youth ages 0 to 19 years.
Classification: _Full Collection, Brain Injury, Children & Youth, Concussion, Economic Burden
Author(s): Babul S, Ibrahimova A, Rajabali F, Turcotte K
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Publication Date: September 30, 2012
The purpose of this statement is to provide an evidence-based, best practises summary to assist physicians with the evaluation and management of sports-related concussion and to establish the level of evidence, knowledge gaps and areas requiring additional research.
Classification: _Full Collection, Brain Injury, Children & Youth, Concussion, Physical Activity, Risky Play, Sports & Recreation, Team Sports
Author(s): Drezner J, Gammons M, Guskiewicz K, Halstead M, Harmon K, Herring S, Kutcher J, Pana A, Putukian M, Roberts W
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Publication Date: November 20, 2010
The Nova Scotia Department of Health Promotion and Protection discuss the importance of helmet use for skiing and snowboarding. Evidence is presented supporting the significant reduction in head injuries.
Classification: _Full Collection, Brain Injury, Concussion, Helmets, Injury Topics, Physical Activity
Author(s): Bruce B, Fenerty L, Young J
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