These High School Sports Have The Highest Concussion Rates
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The new PSA, which premiered Thursday morning on YouTube, kicks off the "Tackle Can Wait" campaign. The goal is for parents to keep kids out of tackle football until they're 14 to lessen their risk of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE.
Every year, doctors diagnose more than a million concussion cases in the United States. Those most likely to suffer such a brain injury include adolescents ages 15 to 19. Many of those injuries result from sports activities.
A Columbia, Maryland, company is working to help those affected by concussions and more.
More than $500 million in claims were approved as of Monday under the NFL's concussion settlement.
A new study focused on kids on the field claims it could double chances of mental health issues.
The first two claims in the NFL's billion-dollar concussion settlement were announced Thursday, a total of $9 million in benefits.
Oher is set to enter his ninth NFL season. Oher appeared in just three games last season due to concussion issues.
As exciting as some of the new technology is, it isn't a full solution to the problem facing the sport.
Tom Brady played through a concussion last year on his way to a fifth Super Bowl title, according to his wife, supermodel Gisele Bundchen. The injury, which was not reported by the team, left her worried about how long he should continue to play football.
About 22,000 retirees are encouraged to get baseline neurological testing. The league expects more than 6,000 of them to eventually be diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
According to data released by the NFL earlier this week, concussions in the NFL dropped by 11.3 percent in 2016.
A new Harvard University study says the NFL should stop using doctors paid by the team to determine whether players are able to come back from an injury.
The NHL will also have concussion spotters attending each game.
The NHL is overhauling its concussion monitoring system.
Soccer injuries are sending soaring numbers of U.S. kids to emergency rooms.
The Carolina Panthers quarterback was victimized by helmet-to-helmet hits at least three times in a 21-20 loss to the Denver Broncos on Thursday night. Net result of those hits: Zero penalty yards.
Continuing to play despite a concussion doubles recovery time for teen athletes, a study found.
Frostburg State University says it will work to raise awareness of risks to student-athletes as part of a $50,000 state settlement.
Eugene Monroe is still trying to get the NFL to recognize medical marijuana as an acceptable alternative to traditional pain treatment.
Playground concussions are on the rise, according to a new government study, and monkey bars and swings are most often involved.
Did the NFL omit 100+ concussions from the study it relied upon to show no direct link between football and brain damage?
Writer Jeanne Marie Laskas on her article which inspired the upcoming movie on the NFL and head injuries entitled 'Concussion'.
It affects tens of thousands of kids every year--young soccer players sidelined with dangerous concussions. Now U.S. Soccer is stepping up, enacting stringent new regulations that will change how kids play the game.
Dr. Kevin Crutchfield of Life Bridge Health joined Ed and Steve to talk about the new movie 'Concussion' about head injuries and the NFL.
At least seven teens were arrested in downtown Baltimore and near the Inner Harbor over the weekend, police said. It comes as city schools are on spring break.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
Each day this week features a chance for rain in the Baltimore area, while Tuesday and Wednesday warm to around 80 degrees.
Spring cleaning may be at the top of your list right now, but one thing money experts believe shouldn't be left off the checklist is your credit.
Wait times at security checkpoints at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport improved Monday morning.
At least seven teens were arrested in downtown Baltimore and near the Inner Harbor over the weekend, police said. It comes as city schools are on spring break.
Temperatures will go down by the end of the week as rain chances go up
Wait times at security checkpoints at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport improved Monday morning.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
Communities across Maryland held "No Kings" protests on Saturday, joining what organizers said was "the biggest protest in U.S. history."
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Tania Rachkoskie, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management at Goucher College, shares how Goucher is expanding access to higher education for area students through several new programs.
Meet the women behind Sandy Bottom Cocktails.
Jimmy's Famous Seafood in Baltimore unveiled a 90s themed pop-up.
Baltimore Orioles’ Assistant General Manager talks about the 2026 season.
The Baltimore Orioles’ Chief Marketing Officer shares insight on the 2026 season.
Pete Alonso singled home the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, Tyler O'Neill hit a three-run homer and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Minnesota Twins 8-6 on Sunday.
Trevor Rogers pitched seven shutout innings and Colton Cowser and Blaze Alexander had seventh-inning RBIs to give the Baltimore Orioles a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on opening day Thursday.
Fans flocked to Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Thursday, March 26, under sunny skies, to watch their beloved Orioles open the 2026 season against the Minnesota Twins.
Each year, thousands of Baltimore Orioles fans flock to bars along Washington Boulevard, turning the street into a full-blown block party for opening day.
When Oriole Park at Camden Yards was constructed in Baltimore in the early 1990s, the plan was for it to have an old-time ballpark feel.
Organizers estimated that at least 8 million people took part in more than 3,300 "No Kings" events worldwide.
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to restart pay for TSA officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck.
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Each day this week features a chance for rain in the Baltimore area, while Tuesday and Wednesday warm to around 80 degrees.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Temperatures get warmer this week in Maryland
Warmer air is expected in Maryland on Sunday before a chance of rain.
Temperatures will go down by the end of the week as rain chances go up
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports from BWI Airport.
Temperatures get warmer this week in Maryland
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Security lines at BWI airport ease as ICE assists