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Posted: Updated:  The new law required coaches for all ages be
educated about concussions. Parents and students are required to
sign paper stating that they read and understand information
about concussions.   The reason behind this new law is to
protect the players. Doctors say it is imperative that coaches,
players and parents know the signs of a concussion. If a player
shows signs of a concussion they must be pulled from play. They
will not be allowed to return, until they are properly evaluated
by a doctor and given written permission to return to play. The
reason behind these new rules is that researchers found the
second impact on the brain can do more severe damage, if the
brain is not allowed to rest and repair.  If you have not heard
about the new law, you can contact Children's Hospital. They
have concussion clinics to help