08/30/2026
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⚠️ VIEWER WARNING: This video shows a serious head and neck impact.
Getting slammed onto your head is not something to walk off.
A forceful impact can cause a concussion, traumatic brain injury, skull fracture or serious neck and spinal damage. Keep the injured person still and call 911 if a head, neck or spine injury is suspected.
Seek emergency care immediately for:
• Loss of consciousness or difficulty waking up
• Repeated vomiting
• Worsening headache
• Confusion, memory loss or unusual behavior
• Slurred speech
• Weakness, numbness or trouble walking
• Seizures
• One pupil appearing larger than the other
• Blood or clear fluid draining from the nose or ears
Stop all physical activity. Do not allow the injured person to drive, return to play or move unnecessarily while waiting for medical help.
Save and share this post. Recognizing the warning signs could protect someone from permanent injury.
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