Category Archives: Medical ethics

Capitals Laich thinks NHL concussion rules have gone too far

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While concussions have taken on a high profile focus around the world of college and professional sports, Washington Capital player rep Brooks Laich believes that the league has gone too far in the rules  that have been implemented and used … finish reading Capitals Laich thinks NHL concussion rules have gone too far

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Boogaard’s brain to be part of study

Posted on September 4, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The brain of deceased NHL enforcer Derek Boogaard will be studied by researchers at Boston University to determine whether he suffered from a degenerative brain condition caused by repeated hits to the head. Dr. Robert Cantu, a neurosurgeon and co-director … finish reading Boogaard’s brain to be part of study

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Former ND coordinator charged with 3 felonies; was CTE involved?

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Former Irish defensive coordinator Corwin Brown was charged with 3 felonies after his standoff with police and the gun incidents which were involved.  He sustained self inflicted injuries and now there are apparently questions as to whether the incident arose … finish reading Former ND coordinator charged with 3 felonies; was CTE involved?

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UCF plans appeal of $10 million verdict in Ereck Plancher case

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While UCF plans an appeal of the verdict in the Ereck Plancher case, the family has stated that it welcomes that action. The family was awarded a judgment in the amount of $10 million in the wrongful death action premised … finish reading UCF plans appeal of $10 million verdict in Ereck Plancher case

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Doctor Anthony Galea expected to plead guilty

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The Toronto based doctor Anthony Galea is expected to enter a guilty plea at his hearing in federal district court in Buffalo. Galea is accused of injecting United States professional athletes with human growth hormone. After an investigation into a … finish reading Doctor Anthony Galea expected to plead guilty

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Concussion tests cheated by players; new testing procedures are needed

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

When you look at the growing awareness of the problems of concussion issues, it is not surprising that more and more problems are coming to the forefront. One of the main problems coming to light is that many of the … finish reading Concussion tests cheated by players; new testing procedures are needed

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Michigan HS player Leonard dies after winning shot

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

We have heard lots of stories about players dying of enlarged hearts but the sad irony of the events in Fennville Michigan Thursday night are unmatched. Wes Leonard was lifted off the floor in celebration after hitting the winning shot.  Seconds later, … finish reading Michigan HS player Leonard dies after winning shot

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NFL imposes new concussion test

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The NFL Head, Neck and Spine committee announced that NFL team medical personnel will introduce a new standardized sideline concussion assessment protocol. Developed by the subcommittee in response to a team medical staff survey conducted last season, the new protocol combines a … finish reading NFL imposes new concussion test

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Ferentz releases (non)-statement on hospitalized players

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Hard to imagine a “statement” that says less than the one issued by Kirk Ferentz on this situation.  Iowa has not taken a very public stance on what is going on which typically means that there is a LOT of … finish reading Ferentz releases (non)-statement on hospitalized players

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Galea indicted

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Anthony Galea, the high-profile Canadian sports doctor charged with smuggling unapproved drugs into the United States to treat professional athletes was indicted Thursday by a federal grand jury in Buffalo.   The five-count indictment alleges that Galea smuggled HGH and other substances … finish reading Galea indicted

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New concussion policies prevent Kolb return

Posted on September 15, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Eagles QB Kevin Kolb and linebacker Stewart Bradley both failed concussion tests on Wednesday and so they will not practice until at least Friday.  These decisions were part of the league’s new initiative at responding to concussions. Head injuries were … finish reading New concussion policies prevent Kolb return

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