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Summer could see a rise in acquired brain injury, with typical outdoor sports putting players at risk of the condition.

The Bulkley Valley Brain Injury Association (BVBIA) told bclocalnews.com that finding the right helmet for the right sport is important to avoid such occurrences and that players should ensure their chin strap remains secure.

Effects of brain injury can include memory loss, dizziness, severe headaches, fatigue, personality changes, depression, anxiety and difficulty planning, warned the organisation.

The BVBIA explained that people with acquired brain injury often have to leave work or school, with personal relationships often being affected.

It asked that people take extra care during the summer to avoid acquired brain injury.

This follows research published in the Annals of Emergency Medicine which suggested that children admitted to hospital due to head trauma do not need to be hospitalised if the CT scan appears normal.

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