01/05/2026
January is National Winter Sports Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month
To keep kids safe during National Winter Sports Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month:
-Ensure they always wear a properly fitted helmet for activities like skiing, snowboarding, ice hockey, and sledding
-Check that their helmet meets safety standards
-Teach them to recognize signs of a concussion, reporting any head impacts to a coach or parent immediately
-Monitor weather conditions, stay within appropriate skill levels, and seek medical attention if any injury occurs