Prevention
Statewide Health Initiative on Concussion Education & Prevention
Developed by The Brain Injury Alliance of Wisconsin
PLAY SMART WI provides information on the signs & symptoms of concussion and how to respond appropriately if a concussion is suspected. This material is intended for:
•Coaches •Parents •Athletes •Volunteer Coaches •Athletic Trainers •Physicians •Youth Leagues •Recreational Leagues •Select Leagues •School Teams •Anyone interested in concussion prevention
Concussion Legislation in Wisconsin
2011 WISCONSIN ACT 172
An act to amend 119.04 (1); and to create 118.293 of the statutes; relating to: concussions and other head injuries sustained in youth athletic activities.
Click here to download the pdf file
UPDATE
A Senate amendment has been made to the Wisconsin concussion legislation.
Please click on the links below to read articles regarding the amendment.
Medical Experts Join to Press for Youth Concussion Law
http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/139999293.html
Circulated Amendment Would Weaken Concussion Bill
http://www.channel3000.com/politics/30459438/detail.html
Wisconsin Legislation Wants Guidelines for Concussions
http://www.jsonline.com/sports/preps/concussion07-ei4368k-138825184.html
Assembly Bill 259
Relating to: concussions and other head injuries sustained in youth athletic activities.
By Representatives Fields, Ripp, Hulsey, Drug, Spanbauer, Wynn, Pasch, Endsley, E. Coggs, Berceau, Staskunas, Bernier adn Bernard Schaber; cosponsored by Senators Darling, Lassa and Taylor
Assembly Bill 259 was approved in the State Assembly on a voice vote Friday, November 4, 2011
To view the text of the bill, amendments, and record of proceedings
CLICK HERE
BIAW is co-sponsor of this legislation, along with the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA), the Department of Public Instruction (DPI), and several State Representatives and Senators. Check back frequently for updates on the proposed legislation.
CLICK HERE to view an article in the Journal Sentinel regarding the Public Hearing of Assembly Bill 259
CLICK HERE to view the Wisconsin Radio Network article
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Click HERE to view the WIAA Concussion Information Page._________________________________________________________________________________________
(We are in the process of developing a PLAY SMART WI indicator for non-helmeted sports)
Click HERE to view the PLAY SMART WI Packet__________________________________________________________________________________________
MEDIA
Auto racing safety pioneer discuses new football helmet aimed at concussions-Bill Simpson is bringing his experience with two successful safety companies to the gridiron, helping pro and amateur football playersCLICK HERE
Concussion Laws by State article CLICK HERE
Chicago Tribune article “Doubts Cast On Concussion Remedies” CLICK HERE to view the article.
CDC’s newly released report, “Nonfatal Traumatic Brain Injuries Related to Sports and Recreation Activities Among Persons Ages <19 Years” CLICK HERE