Brain Injuries, Concussions and Football

Should You Let Your Kids Play Football?

By Fritz Lenneman

Pin It

Comments

Football increases the risk of concussions and other brain injuries for kids who play it. Should you be concerned?

More Top Stories

How to Make the Hours You Waste Online Actually Mean Something

There's a difference between connecting online and making a meaningful digital connection. Here are 11 ways to use your bandwidth to find and give support.

Football Legend Jerry Kramer

Oprah Radio' host Dr. Mehmet Oz talks to football legend Jerry Kramer about his career with the Green Bay Packers.

Taking Care of War Veterans

Oprah Radio host Dr. Mehmet Oz talks with Iraq war veteran Paul Rieckhoff and Colonel Charles Hoge about mental and medical care for veterans of war.

Be a Man

Former football player Don McPherson teaches players how to treat women.

Self-Diagnosis 101

Harvard Medical School's guide to four common, could-be-anything problems.

PAGE 3 of 3

Published on November 12, 2009

Oprah's Next Chapter:
All New Sundays at 9/8c

Neil%20Patrick%20Harris%2C%20David%20Burtka

In this television exclusive, Oprah visits the home of actor Neil Patrick Harris; his fiancé, David Burtka; and their 18-month-old twins, Harper and Gideon. Neil and David talk candidly about coming out, their decision to have children, and the pressures of life in Hollywood. Tune in Sunday, June 3, at 9/8c!

Watch a sneak peek

Did you know we're pinning our favorite things, from delectable desserts and great buys under $100 to photos of Oprah's gorgeous homes?

Check out our latest boards

Healthy Body Newsletter

Get the latest wellness and weight loss news delivered right to your in-box!

View All Newsletters