High School Football: A Growing Public Health Concern Requiring Immediate Action | Authors Nathan Kalman-Lamb and Derek Silva
Six teenagers have tragically died while playing school football in less than three weeks, with five deaths due to heat-related causes and two due to head trauma. These deaths highlight the dangers of exposing young people to such a hazardous activity, especially in school settings. The long-term effects of tackle football on the brain, including increased risk of degenerative brain diseases, are well-documented. Calls to abolish tackle football in schools are growing, with experts and former players expressing concerns about the risks involved and the moral implications of allowing children to participate in such a dangerous sport.
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