Here we will be especially interested in finding “double wins,” that is, policies that simultaneously enhance acclimatization and reduce head contact.
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The MHSAA Representative Council is scheduled to vote on March 22, 2013, to approve a “Model Policy for Managing Heat and Humidity” . . .
“Four thrusts for four years.” That’s the phrase we’re using to keep us focused and, we hope, effective in addressing some of the most pressing health and safety issues of school sports.
Early intervention by calling 9-1-1 and the use of the most up-to-date CPR procedures and an AED are the critical factors to increase the chance of surviving cardiac arrest.
When it comes to participant safety, overengineering of policies and procedures ought to be our goal.
22 percent of athletes in contact sports had lower results on learning and memory skills tests after their season.
Time is of the essence when sudden cardiac arrest occurs; and these three measures combine to deliver competent care quickly.
Today’s standard of care is a comprehensive physical with detailed family history prior to first participation in school sports.
From the Director is the official MHSAA Blog which will touch on pertinent school sports topics periodically throughout the school year from various MHSAA Staff.