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A concussion is an injury to the brain following severe trauma caused by an impact to the head. A concussion is not life threatening but can cause many different problems

After a fall or a blow to the head, parents may be concerned that their child has a concussion. Correct identification and response to head injuries is essential in adults and in children.

Learn the signs and symptoms of a concussion, how to determine its severity, and typical methods of diagnosis.

For children who experience a complication involving concussion or subluxation, there is an increased risk for the development of dental trauma.

If you've ever seen someone fall and hit his or her head it can be quite funny or at least tickle your funny bone, but Concussions aren't any laughing matter. They can have serious repercussions.

Mrs. G suffered a concussion after being brutally assaulted by a resident while trying to get him in his wheelchair.

Man kind has decided that floods, tornados, fires, tsunamis, and the like, are acts of nature--thus, we must prepare for them as best we can and TAKE our lumps! This paper shows that is non-sense and how to deal--battle if you will--natures forces and win!

Concussions can occur when there is an injury that involves the head, as a temporary loss of brain function can transpire as the brain actually bangs against the skull's hard interior.

A look at the growing problem of Major League Baseball players suffering from post-concussion syndrome.

Concussion is a mild form of head injury where the person is knocked unconscious for a short time. They usually go to a hospital to be checked out and are released after a few hours. Most people go back to work a day later and carry on as normal.

Satirical look at how some vacuum vacuum cleaners bonk you in the back of the head when you're not looking.

After a hard summer, Big Ben seems to have lost his zip. Is he still feeling the effects of his accident and recent concussion?

Soccer headers and headbutting are impressive tactics on the field, but can lead to injury and even permanent brain damage for both amateur and professional players. Learn how soccer head butting can lead to brain damage, and how risky this maneuver is.

"Last run, make it count!" my friend shouts to me with a pat on the back as he blows past and starts down the slope. I look around and see that the chairlifts have all stopped; the shadows from so many lights and the snow-muffled silence make them seem almost eerie.

Postpartum depression needs to be addressed. Several things can be done to improve this condition

George Orwell once said "Serious sport has nothing to do with fair play. It is bound up with hatred, jealousy, boastfulness, disregard of all rules and sadistic pleasure in witnessing violence: in other words it is war minus the shooting."

A student at I.S. 291 in Brooklyn was attacked for three minutes with a broomstick, by another student? What was the teacher doing while this was going on? Watching...

Fighting is one of those things in hockey that people are torn in between. Should it be allowed in the game or should it be taken out?

For the first time ever, RAW, Smackdown!, and ECW collectively presented the WWE May extravaganza, Judgment Day.

It's easy to get excited about taking off on an adventure/vacation - but it's important to slow down long enough to ensure that you have all of the equipment/knowledge that you will need for the trip to be a success!

Mild traumatic brain injury is commonly overlooked, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Yet the effects of MTBI on sufferer and family can be devastating.

Congratulations to the Eastern Conference Champions, the Ottawa Senators!

Carlos Beltran is one of the best players in major league baseball: he can hit for a high average; hit home runs; has a good arm; and is a good fielder. No matter what happens or how much money he makes, however, Beltran says his faith is crucial to him.

Your son or daughter come to you and he or she tells you they want to get their ears pierced and want new earrings. He or she might ask you what you think about me getting my ears pierced.

Football is America's second favorite pastime, but at what cost do these athletes entertain?

A February 2007 incident calls into question the much-advertised Aloha spirit of the Islands. Is it isolated, or does Hawaii stand at risk of more like happenings in the future?

Politics in politics and sport.

My biggest secret is that I allowed three men to nearly destroy me as a human being.

Part 5 of my series.

My personal experiences on the pro wrestling independent circuit.

Memorable quotes and a summary of each episode from Season 2 of The Office

There are times that a trip to the bathroom can cause a fainting spell.

When Emily Nicely went to live with the Pollard family to finish out her school year, she never imagined what she would have to endure...

Keith Richards revealed that the strangest thing he ever snorted was his Dad.

Weird ideas and strong feelings are the backbone of obsessive compulsive behavior. This article describes how some obsessive-compulsives think.

I love the smell of rain when it falls on the desert floor. There is just something about that clean earthy smell. Most of all I love to watch the lightning storms on the desert.

As many as three teams are thinking about trading for quarterback Trent Green despite the fact he lost his starting job to a career backup.

The best mouth guard for preventing injury is one that is custom made for you by your dentist.

On Tuesday night, the Detroit Redwings lost game three of their Western Conference Quarterfinals match up against the Calgary Flames.

In compiling these lists I have purposely skipped over low budget films and, in all but one case, sequels that are much too easy to pick apart.

The Legend of the Red Reaper started out as joke and continued on as a feature.

An interview with pyrotechnician Dave Johnson of Western Display on what being a hand lighting "shooter" is really like, and how the inherent danger of the job is managed.

Here are some tips that may help cut back on the trips to the emergency room.

WWE Vengeance has been dubbed the Night of Champions. It is the 1st time that all the championships will be defended in the ring.

An informational work to bring out the wonderful celebrations and festivals over the Fourth of July but also taking into consideration all the dangers. Safety precautions included as well as safety tips.

Inside a secret lockbox belonging to Mozart were a number of lost drafts for more piano sonatas, a few never-before-seen envy notes from Antonio Salieri...and a diary detailing his strange experience of inexplicably traveling from 1789 to 2007 while on a tour to Prague.

A continuation of Science Fiction: The Centridobot Infiltration. It was just a dream, or was it? John awakens to find himeself with unfinished work in the 'real world'.

What is an Easyboot, are they right for your horse?

It's now common to see televised/online events where real people are hurt or humiliated while newscasters laugh or audience amusement is encouraged. How does this affect society?

Of course there are times when it is nearly impossible to get the whole family together for dinner. But providng the regular opportunity for your family to eat dinner together can be the occasion for some great and subtle parenting.

A look at the turbulent life of one of the top wrestling superstars in the World Class territory.

Inspirational article about holding onto hope wherever you find it from a disabled author, married to a disabled husband and raising two normal (thank God)kids.

Players need hockey helmets to protect their heads from serious injury. Here are the basics of how to use and maintain a hockey helmet.

Y.A. Tittle made the biggest splash after he was 30 years old and raised the prestige of a hurting New York Giants franchise in the early 1960s.

Tips every parent should know to help keep their children safe during the summer months.

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Some possible quasi-Lee characters in a Marvel vein.

Warriors are an excellent class for both beginners and advanced players. They are amazing for solo questing, and an asset in raids / dungeons. Also known for their incredible PvP abilities, the warrior class is a very well balanced choice.

A short story about a girl from a big City moved to a small town where her life is turned upside-down

Medication conflicts are common when an underlying health condition exists. Several concerns exist that should be discussed with your doctor before taking over the counter medications

Indepth Overview and Recap of the 2007 WWE "One Night Stand"

Dolphins send a 5th round draft pick to KC for him.

Things aren't always what they seem in families

Some research in mice has hopeful results for prediction of Alzheimer's disease.

The NFL has asked their players to put their bodies on the line and they've forgotten them when they've retired

Akon throws a minor boy of stage and into the crowd. Details.

At 600 lbs, wrestler Mike Stanco's ring name (Maximum Capacity) is quite fitting. Simply put, there's nothing small about him.

Though they usually come under fire for acting or a lack of acting, the sports referee has one of the toughest jobs imaginable.

There's a fine line between chopping your vegetables and chopping off your finger.

An examination of ESPN's transformation from sports news, to sports gossip. Once filled with facts and stats, ESPN programming has increasingly become about the "talking heads" and less about the athletes.

NOTE: I do not believe these to be the best Pantera songs in existence. I do, however, feel that they are...

In the annals of baseball history, Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman stands out for being the only player killed in a game. He died after being hit in the head by a pitch from the Yankees' Carl Mays. Chapman was a solid hitter and a great base stealer.

General admisison shows often seem like chaos, but there are some unwritten rules people should be aware of.

Shaun Alexander, running back for the Seattle Seawhaks has a variety of records, including being the only NFL player ever to score five touchdowns in a half. He is also a humanitarian and outspoken Christian.

Some say cheerleading is a sport, others say it's not yet continue to watch bowling and golf on weekends. Cheerleading finally gets its just desserts by holding its own as a stand alone sport.

This essay shows that some men believe they are invincible. Men take on acts that lead to destruction.

Since Tiki Barber announced he was retiring at the end of the year many analysts have taken shots at Tiki saying that he is a quitter. Is he quitting on his team?

The Buffalo Sabres are the next Stanley Cup champions. I'll give you six great reasons why.

Burleigh Grimes was one mean customer on the mound, not afraid to throw at a batte, and he intimidated enough hitters to make it to the Hall of Fame.

"Ghost Hunters," beginning its third season on the Sci-Fi channel, has turned into a quiet cult hit. You can call it a reality show or a documentary or, for skeptics, a bunch of baloney, but you can also call it compelling television.

Traumatic Brain Injury caused by a blow or sudden trauma, disrupts normal function of the brain. Severity of bran injury can be mild, moderate or severe with various symptoms. Different types of brain injuries. Progesterone shown affective treating TBI.

This game is definetiy worth playing. The choices of characters, vehicles and levels makes this game far superior to its predicessor.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are a football franchise with a rich history. With six Super Bowl appearances and five wins in the big one, they've obviously had some great players. So which Pittsburgh Steelers deserve to be a part of their all- time team?

Central sleep apnea affects perhaps as many as 1 in 200 Americans, yet most are undiagnosed. A look at the common symptoms, diagnosis process and treatment options.

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A man and his pet lion come upon an unconscious woman in the forest during a storm

An unforgettable trip to Hawaii by two 50 yr old kids. My fourth
cruise. Sweet cruise emplohees, fantastic food, fun, games,
and a trip to the sexiest beach that almost turned out tragic.

How to tell when your baby needs the doctor. Symptoms of illnesses, taking the baby's temperature, about infections, trouble breathing, sleep disturbances and other symptoms. What to watch for in baby's diet.

This paper is a comparitive look at the careers of Bob Dylan, David Bowie and Bily Idol, each in their prospective decades.

Juan Marichal never won a Cy Young award in his distinguished career, but he probably should have. His 243-142 record speaks for itself. This article looks at his baseball life, and an ugly incident in 1965 that tarnished his legacy.

With such an emo, family-friendly line-up, you'd think their parents would keep these kids on shorter leashes.

The New York Jets, of the National Football League, threw a well deserved retirement party for everyone's favorite underdog, Wayne Chrebet.

This lesson was designed specifically for 8th grade students, but activities and discussion questions can be adapted to cater to older grades of students, special education, and inclusion classes.

When did my cat take over my life? When did she jump up on the food chain just enough to have taken the upper hand in my home? And where did she get her military training?

A humorous flashback about life with my quirky family, their strange plans for solving a problem, and the ultimate disaster that will follow.

Small opportunities are the beginning of great enterprises.

The age of technology has caught up with "horse-keeping," offering ergonomic assistance and space-age materials to the horse equipment. Read on for handy back-saving, hand-saving, and time and labor saving gifts.

Naps are a powerful tool for moms. Learn to wield them effectively.

We've heard these two bicker back and forth until we can barely stand it anymore. Here is my fantasy of a date Rosie and "The Donald" could go on to solve this whole mess.

Many time people who go through a divorce or h