Results: Football & Kids
Published on 10/01/2024
Source: https://studyfinds.org/is-football-too-dangerous-for-kids/
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In August 2024 alone, seven children in junior high and high school died from football-related damage to the body in the United States. Two of the deaths were attributed to blows to the head. The other deaths were attributed to excessive heat, heart conditions, and other medical emergencies. Have you heard any of these news stories?
Yes
37%
995 votes
No
63%
1705 votes
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Last year, reports show that 16 students died from football-related conditions. Most of the students were in high school or college. Three of those deaths were attributed to traumatic brain injury (TBI). According to the Concussion Legacy Foundation in Boston, about 5% of youth football players sustain concussions each year. Those statistics, however, represent just the concussions which are known. One study finds that the average number of head impacts among nine to 12-year-olds is 378 per season. In your opinion, is football safe for kids? Yes
12%
337 votes
No, but it should be up the kid/guardian if they want to play
40%
1074 votes
No, and it should be banned at schools
23%
613 votes
Undecided
23%
626 votes
Other (please specify)
2%
50 votes
| Other Answers | Percentage | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| 0.93% | 25 | |
| It can be but at that age I believe flag football or maybe Pop Warner would be most appropriate while they still developing. | 0.04% | 1 |
| No, but tests need to be done each time a child is injured | 0.04% | 1 |
| Special helmets should be made and worn at all times | 0.04% | 1 |
| Rerum corrupti id et temporibus et voluptatem labore quos quos | 0.04% | 1 |
| It can be safe but there must be very strict guidelines when it comes to hitting the head of a player. | 0.04% | 1 |
| No, and if they are going to play, they need better protection. | 0.04% | 1 |
| Need head protection and body protection | 0.04% | 1 |
| there should be more safety measures in place but football should continue | 0.04% | 1 |
| More protection should be introduced | 0.04% | 1 |
| safe or not safe is depending upon how they play.what gears and precautions are being used.Also so sometimes underlying health conditions that are not diagnosed. No game is dangerous if its played for fun and in favorable atmosphere | 0.04% | 1 |
| I feel if they have a really good helmet on and good equipment it can be safe, Much like hockey | 0.04% | 1 |
| No, it is not safe to play; but schools should have some safety measures to prevent injuries. | 0.04% | 1 |
| better equipment | 0.04% | 1 |
| yes, but with the proper equipment and football training | 0.04% | 1 |
| not for me to say | 0.04% | 1 |
| Ban it for younger kids but let older ones play if parents agree | 0.04% | 1 |
| Should be banned until age 14 | 0.04% | 1 |
| It can be if tackling is left out and flag football is played. | 0.04% | 1 |
| They should make helmets mandatory | 0.04% | 1 |
| Football should be chnaged from tackle to two handed touch | 0.04% | 1 |
| IF YOU PLAN TO VOTE FOR KAMALA, MAKE SURE TO GET THE COVID VACCINE ASAP!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;) | 0.04% | 1 |
| Is it safe for anyone? Sounds like the same injuries pros get. | 0.04% | 1 |
| lot of sports involved concussions | 0.04% | 1 |
| Don't care | 0.04% | 1 |
| na | 0.04% | 1 |
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Have you ever had a concussion? Yes
27%
716 votes
No
61%
1648 votes
Undecided
12%
336 votes
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