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Talk to Your Children about Concussion Safety

• The HEADS UP Rocket Blades app can help you talk to your children about concussion and the importance of avoiding hits to the head. Download the app and these handouts below to get started.
  • Handout for Kids: Did you know that your brain can get hurt?
  • Handout for Adults: Rocket Blades – The Brain Safety Game
  • Handout for Adults: Tips for talking to kids about concussions

• Get Concussion Information on Every Sideline
  • Download the HEADS UP app on concussion and helmet safety to learn how to spot a possible concussion and how to respond.
  • Take an online training to get up to speed on concussion
• Customize and Distribute Materials
  

  Customize HEADS UP resources for your school or league to distribute.

  • School Meetings
    Show videos and distribute HEADS UP concussion materials at your school’s orientation and PTA meetings.
  • Registration Packet Materials
    Work with schools and leagues to include HEADS UP materials in sports registration or back-to-school packets.
  • Web Sites
    Post links to CDC’s HEADS UP materials and online trainings, as well as other free resources, on your child or teen’s school or leagues web site.
  • Blogs, Newsletters and Publications
    Include concussion education messages and links to materials in blogs, newsletters, and publications.
• Spread the Word on Social Media
  Like the HEADS UP Facebook page and send educational messages on concussion safety though your social media channels, like Facebook and Twitter.
• Check with Your School/League
  Ensure your child or teen’s school or league has a concussion management and return-to-play action plan in place.