Send us a text In this emotional and insightful episode, Bruce Parkman speaks with Tatiana McCall Wimberly, founder of the RL3 Foundation, about the tragic loss of her son Ray Ray and her mission to advocate for brain health in youth sports. They dive into the dangers of repetitive brain trauma, the cultural pressures in football, and how education, legislation, and community action are key to protecting young athletes. This conversation is a call to action for parents, coaches, and lawmaker...
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Send us a text In this emotional and insightful episode, Bruce Parkman speaks with Tatiana McCall Wimberly, founder of the RL3 Foundation, about the tragic loss of her son Ray Ray and her mission to advocate for brain health in youth sports. They dive into the dangers of repetitive brain trauma, the cultural pressures in football, and how education, legislation, and community action are key to protecting young athletes. This conversation is a call to action for parents, coaches, and lawmaker...
Repetitive Brain Trauma: Protecting Athletes & Veterans with Dr. Annabelle Shaffer
Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman
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4 months ago
Repetitive Brain Trauma: Protecting Athletes & Veterans with Dr. Annabelle Shaffer
Send us a text In this episode of Broken Brains, host Bruce Parkman engages with Dr. Annabelle Shaffer, a neurosurgery resident, to discuss the critical issues surrounding repetitive brain trauma, particularly in youth sports. They explore the impact of concussions, the importance of education for coaches and parents, and the ongoing research into brain health. Dr. Shaffer shares insights from her studies on concussions in high school athletes and emphasizes the need for awareness and prevent...
Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman
Send us a text In this emotional and insightful episode, Bruce Parkman speaks with Tatiana McCall Wimberly, founder of the RL3 Foundation, about the tragic loss of her son Ray Ray and her mission to advocate for brain health in youth sports. They dive into the dangers of repetitive brain trauma, the cultural pressures in football, and how education, legislation, and community action are key to protecting young athletes. This conversation is a call to action for parents, coaches, and lawmaker...
