Hudson Discusses Concussions with Carolina Panthers
September 20, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 20, 2017
Hudson Discusses Concussions with Carolina Panthers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Today U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), a leader on the Energy and Commerce Committee, released the following statement after visiting the Carolina Panthers to discuss his efforts to increase collaboration and advance the understanding of concussions, as well as the steps being taken by the Panthers and the National Football League (NFL) to reduce injuries:
“Concussions effect people of all ages – from Bank of America Stadium to our neighbor’s front yard. Despite all the progress made over the past several years, there’s still a lot we don’t know about head trauma. That’s why I’ve made it a top priority to examine this problem – especially in our nation’s youth. I’m so impressed with the cutting-edge work being done by the Panthers to prevent, diagnose and treat player injuries and I appreciate the emphasis the NFL is placing on player safety. I’ll continue to work with them to shine a light on this issue and improve our understanding of concussions.”
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As co-chairman of the Pediatric Trauma Caucus, Rep. Hudson has been leading the charge in Congress to work with stakeholders to determine how policymakers can help lower pediatric trauma cases and improve care and treatment for injured children. The Pediatric Trauma Caucus was founded by Rep. Hudson and Rep. G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) to raise awareness and find bipartisan solutions to address the rate at which children are dying from traumatic injuries.
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Issues:Health Care