neurologist, UCLA
Neurologist at the University of California, Los Angeles and co-lead author of revised guidelines for the treatment of head injuries put out by the American Academy of Neurology last year
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Dr. Christopher Giza
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FROM Dr. Christopher Giza
Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Is it safe for kids to play football? New research shows a clear link between playing football and brain damage. The findings have a lot of parents wondering if they should let their kids play. Press Play visits a local youth league, where the debate is being played out.
Which Way, L.A.?
How Safe is High School Football? The National Football League recently paid 765 million dollars to 4500 former players—without admitting responsibility for the brain damage that can cause depression, increased aggression and lack of impulse control. In later life, it can mean PTSD, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. We’ll hear what’s being done to protect players at the high school level in Southern California.
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