Sport Med Council MB

This NDTR, we encourage our members, neighbors, friends and partners to participate in the spaces made available for this important reflection and learning; to talk to loved ones why this day is set aside; and to carry their heart for truth and reconciliation into all they do.

You do not need to be knocked out (lose consciousness) to have a concussion. Learn what it feels like to have a concussion, and what steps to take next: sportmed.mb.ca/concussions/

In the minutes to days following a concussion, brain cells remain in a vulnerable state. Know the signs and symptoms of concussion in your child: sportmed.mb.ca/concussions/

Concussions can occur in sport and non-sport settings. You should be aware of the signs and symptoms of concussions to help identify the injury. 

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You do not need to be knocked out to have a concussion. Common symptoms include headaches or head pressure, blurred or fuzzy vision, sensitivity to light or sound, balance problems, and more. Visit the link in our bio and learn about concussions, and what steps to take next.

It is Concussion Awareness Week, held across Canada from September 24th - 30th, 2023. The Sport Medicine and Science Council wants to work with you to get this message out: Recognizing a Concussion is Everyone’s Responsibility

If you suspect a concussion, work with your patient’s medical doctor for guidance on making a safe, gradual return to school, work, and sport activities. Learn more: sportmed.mb.ca/concussions

September 26th - October 2nd is Concussion Awareness Week. Stickers containing a QR code that takes users to concussion information (sticker seen below) are available through our office. Contact sport.med@sportmanitoba.ca to request stickers today!

Now accepting applications for our 2022 Scholarship. Two awards of $1000 are available if you are an undergraduate or graduate student in a sport science or medicine field. More info at sportmed.mb.ca/scholarship

Looking for counselling and direction in reaching your weight training goals. Hop over to our website at sportmed.mb.ca and book our workshop! or contact us via our contact page. #weightlifting #weightgain #athlete #nutrition #sports #boxing #smscm

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There are several essential components to weight management. Do you have proper nutrition? are you keeping a plan? how do you measure your goals? We at the Sport Medicine Council can help! from online resources to free workshops! Visit us at our website sportmed.mb.ca

How do you manage your mental health? Please feel free to share! For more tips on mental health management for athletes visit our website at sportmed.mb.ca for free mental health workshops.

According to the Government of Canada, 50% of Canadian have no knowledge of concussion injuries and half of those who do, do not know how concussions are treated. Your awareness could save a life! Visit our website sportmed.mb.ca/concussions for more

See an impact to the head, neck or body? Check for concussion symptoms and tell a coach, parent, teacher if you think you have a concussion. It's Concussion Awareness Week. Get tools you can use to prevent and know the signs of a concussion: buff.ly/3CmVDWw @SMSC_MB

Now accepting applications for our 2021 Scholarship. Two awards of $1000 are available if you are an undergraduate or graduate student in a sport science or medicine field. More info at sportmed.mb.ca/scholarship

That’s a wrap of our #PlaySafe series!⛹🏻‍♀️🚭🧠🦵🏼🥵🦷 You can access, download and share these images at any time on our Twitter or on our website: sportmed.mb.ca If you have any questions or suggestions for future topics, please direct message us or send us an email!

For more information on substance abuse, visit our website: sportmed.mb.ca

#PlaySafe Series: Substance Abuse🍻🚭 Athletic life may lead to drug abuse for a number of reasons, including performance enhancement, to self-treat untreated mental illness, and to deal with stressors, such as pressure to perform, injuries, physical pain @SportManitoba

Drug abuse in the athlete population may involve doping in an effort to gain a competitive advantage

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