Press Release
Parachute, the national charitable organization dedicated to preventing injuries and saving lives, is promoting a video to educate hockey enthusiasts about the importance of playing smart hockey to prevent concussions.
For Canadians aged five-19, hockey accounts for 44 percent of sports-related brain injuries.
Parachute, which includes Safe Communities Rainy River District, is committed to educating parents, coaches, and hockey players through the distribution of a video called “ThinkFirst Smart Hockey” and other resource materials.
“It is clear that we need to make sure the whole hockey team understands what the symptoms of a concussion are,” said Louise Logan, Parachute’s president and CEO.
“Playing smart should be the first rule when players step onto the ice,” she noted.
“With support from Scotiabank, we’re equipping coaches with important resources to help keep their players safe, as well as prevent and manage concussions.”
Parachute’s “ThinkFirst Smart Hockey” resources are available for free on its website.
Included in the resources is a video that highlights potential dangers on the ice, and provides quick tips for players on how to protect the most important part of their body–the brain.
Viewers also will learn about the symptoms, causes, and management of concussions.
The “ThinkFirst Smart Hockey” video features personal stories from hockey players including John Tavares, Tessa Bonhomme, Patrice Bergeron, Tyler Myers, and Caroline Ouelette.
Many of the players featured have had concussions and share their experiences, as well as information on what the effects of a concussion can be for someone who is recovering.
To accompany the video, Parachute’s “Smart Hockey Concussion Kit” provides an easy-to-follow guide, along with concussion information and resource materials, which are available online at parachutecanada.org
Parachute officially formed in July, 2012 when the former Safe Communities Canada, Safe Kids Canada, SMARTRISK, and ThinkFirst Canada joined together to become one leader in injury prevention.
Parachute’s injury prevention solutions, knowledge mobilization, public policy, and social awareness efforts are designed to help keep Canadians safe.
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