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Prolonged headache
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Memory loss
KEEP YOUR HEAD IN THE GAME
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Vision disturbances
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Ringing ears
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Dizziness
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Difficulty concentrating
Signs of Traumatic Brain Injury
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Nausea or vomiting
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Sensitivity to light
To echo Gary on the cover, we have some pretty big football fans here at the firm. However, we also recognize the toll the sport can have on athletes when proper precautions aren’t taken, especially when head injuries are concerned. As an increasing number of studies have shown, football players of all age groups are at a far higher risk of sustaining brain trauma with life-altering consequences. Concussions Concussions are the most well-known example of a brain injury. While symptoms and severity can vary, all concussed people experience a temporary loss in brain function. While this injury is common in football players, any hard blow to the head can result in one. You could have a concussion after a car accident or a bad fall, for example. In any situation, it’s important that you know the signs of this condition. Symptoms Being able to identify a concussion is vital, especially if you have a young athlete in the family. Here are some signs the American Association of Neurological Surgeons says to watch out for:
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Impaired balance
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Loss of smell or taste
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Confusion
The Dangers of CTE Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is perhaps the most severe long-term risk for football players. Unlike concussions, CTE is far less common outside the world of sports, although military veterans and those who have experienced domestic abuse may also develop it. CTE is caused by repeated head injuries over many years. The results are extremely debilitating and include mood swings and memory problems that don’t fade over time. Because of the permanent nature of CTE, it is critical that athletes receive proper treatment after a head injury and that precautions are taken to prevent them in the future. Sports programs that fail to notice concussions or give concussed athletes adequate time to recover can be found liable for negligence.
Classic Apple Crisp
Brain Buster
Ingredients
Topping: •
Filling: •
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
5 lbs Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
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1/3 cup brown sugar
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1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
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1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp salt
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3 tbsp all-purpose flour
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6 tbsp chilled butter, cut into pieces 1/4 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
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2 tbsp maple syrup
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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Directions
1. Heat oven to 350 F. 2. In a mixing bowl, mix all filling ingredients together. Transfer to individual serving ramekins. 3. In a different mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt for the topping. Mix in butter until it forms lumps roughly the size of a pea, then stir in pecans. Sprinkle topping over filling. 4. Bake for 35–40 minutes, let stand for 10 minutes, and serve.
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