The death of a 17-year-old community cricket player has raised questions about how well helmets and neck protectors are working.
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Research suggests new headgear could reduce the overall collision ‘burden’ on players over a season or career, with potential benefits for long-term brain health.
There is an urgent need to shift sports administration to Health Canada, which should prioritize the health and well-being of all athletes, especially children.
The PWHL, like the NHL, does not adhere to any rule for the mandatory usage of neck guards and leaves the decision up to the discretion of each player.
The death of hockey player Adam Johnson calls for improvements in player safety and protective gear design.
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Adjunct assistant professor, Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary
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PhD Candidate in Kinesiology and Health Science, York University, Canada
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