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Hall of Famer Fran Tarkenton Says Football is Now 'More Dangerous than Ever'
Bloomberg Television· 2025-12-03 21:37
It's amazing how it's changed. Yeah, it's 32 teams in the league and there's not much difference between them. The quarterback position, which I happen to play everybody.Well, you got to have a good quarterback. Half the quarterbacks or more this year have missed games. Mm hmm.They don't stay healthy. They don't stay well. And everything is you know, and you look at Kansas City, they're struggling and they were in the Super Bowl the last couple of years.And Philadelphia is struggling. Quarterbacks run back ...
Concussions in law enforcement officers | Jaclyn Caccese | TEDxOhioStateUniversity
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-06 15:58
Problem Overview - Concussions in law enforcement are a significant occupational hazard, with at least 30% of officers sustaining one or more concussions on the job [5] - Law enforcement officers often lack the resources and medical care available to professional athletes, leading to potential long-term health consequences [4][17] Risk Factors - Exposure to head impacts begins as early as the training academy, including defensive tactics training [6] - On-the-job risks include car crashes, restraining non-compliant offenders, and exposure to blasts, especially in tactical units [7] Impact of Concussions - Short-term effects include headaches, sensitivity to light and noise, and difficulty concentrating, compromising job performance [9] - Long-term effects can increase the risk of mental health problems like depression and PTSD [10] Proposed Solutions - Implementation of a return-to-duty protocol tailored to law enforcement officers, including education, removal from duty, and gradual return to activities [13][14][15] - Medical clearance by a healthcare provider is essential before returning to full duty [16] Call to Action - Prioritize concussion education, medical evaluation, and structured return-to-duty protocols for law enforcement [18] - Policymakers, healthcare providers, and law enforcement organizations should act to protect those who protect the community [19]