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The Dangers Of Concussions In Youth Sports

JON C. HANCOCK/AP/WBUR

As youth sports leagues become increasingly competitive, so too does the intensity of the athlete. Most athletes learn to live through injuries, but concussions can prove to be dangerous, especially for younger participants. 

Idaho Matters discusses the dangers of concussions and head injuries for youths with Saint Alphonsus sports medicine specialist Dr. Derek Kunz.

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