Sport Medicine Council of Alberta

Sport Medicine Council of Alberta Not-for-profit organization that provides grassroots education and support services.

Reduce the risk of concussion.While not all concussions can be prevented, evidence-informed prevention strategies can he...
09/11/2026

Reduce the risk of concussion.

While not all concussions can be prevented, evidence-informed prevention strategies can help reduce the risk of concussion in sport. These include rule and policy changes, appropriate protective equipment, training strategies, and concussion management practices .

September 23 is Alberta Concussion Awareness Day.
Learn more: sportmedab.ca/aca

Did you know? Nearly 15,000 concussions are diagnosed in Alberta emergency departments each year, and about 20% are spor...
09/10/2026

Did you know? Nearly 15,000 concussions are diagnosed in Alberta emergency departments each year, and about 20% are sport-related.

The actual number is likely higher, as many concussions are diagnosed outside of emergency departments or go unreported altogether.

September 23 is Alberta Concussion Awareness Day.
Learn more: sportmedab.ca/aca

Save the date! September 23 is Alberta Concussion Awareness Day.Concussions can happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any t...
09/09/2026

Save the date! September 23 is Alberta Concussion Awareness Day.

Concussions can happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any time. Alberta Concussion Awareness Day is an opportunity to share credible concussion information and help Albertans better understand the importance of concussion recognition, appropriate response, proper care and recovery.

Learn more: sportmedab.ca/aca

09/09/2026

CONCUSSION AWARENESS DAY - SEPTEMBER 23

Did you know?

Most concussions don't involve a loss of consciousness. Athletes may continue playing despite symptoms.

When in doubt, sit them out. Recognizing the signs early is one of the best ways to protect athlete health.

Learn how to recognize and respond, concussions can happen to anyone. For more information visit: sportmedab.ca/aca.”

09/09/2026

CONCUSSION AWARENESS DAY IS SEPTEMBER 23.

A concussion can happen in any sport, at any age, and at any level of play. Knowing the signs and taking action can make a significant difference in an athlete's health and long-term well-being.

Learn more about concussion and help create safer sport environments for everyone. and respond, concussions can happen to anyone. For more information visit: sportmedab.ca/aca




Happy Holidays from the Sport Medicine Council of Alberta! Stay safe and warm this holiday season!
12/25/2025

Happy Holidays from the Sport Medicine Council of Alberta! Stay safe and warm this holiday season!

Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour residential school Survivors, their families, and the...
09/30/2025

Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour residential school Survivors, their families, and the children who never made it home. 🧡

September 24th is Alberta Concussion Awareness Day! Learn how to recognize and respond - concussions can happen to anyon...
09/22/2025

September 24th is Alberta Concussion Awareness Day! Learn how to recognize and respond - concussions can happen to anyone!

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