31 min
Was that bump a head injury? Kids Health Info
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In this episode, hosts Dr Margie Danchin and Dr Lexi Frydenberg tackle the big topic of head injuries and concussion with special guest Professor Vicki Anderson, neuropsychologist and Head of Psychology at The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne.
Our expert team discuss the signs and symptoms of head injury, how it should be treated, and break down some of the most common myths.
With lots of media interest in this topic right now, we thought we'd give our listeners a chance to join in the discussion. So, this episode was recorded and streamed live on the RCH Melbourne Facebook page.
We want to say a big thanks to everyone who tuned in live and sent in their questions!
If you're a parent, carer or coach, make sure you download the Head Check App.
You can find further information with general advice related to head injury on our Kids Health Info fact sheet.
And we have a specific fact sheet that gives advice around returning to school and sport.
Don't forget to sign up to the Kids Health Info podcast newsletter to stay up-to-date with the latest podcast episodes about the health topics you want to hear about.
In this episode, hosts Dr Margie Danchin and Dr Lexi Frydenberg tackle the big topic of head injuries and concussion with special guest Professor Vicki Anderson, neuropsychologist and Head of Psychology at The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne.
Our expert team discuss the signs and symptoms of head injury, how it should be treated, and break down some of the most common myths.
With lots of media interest in this topic right now, we thought we'd give our listeners a chance to join in the discussion. So, this episode was recorded and streamed live on the RCH Melbourne Facebook page.
We want to say a big thanks to everyone who tuned in live and sent in their questions!
If you're a parent, carer or coach, make sure you download the Head Check App.
You can find further information with general advice related to head injury on our Kids Health Info fact sheet.
And we have a specific fact sheet that gives advice around returning to school and sport.
Don't forget to sign up to the Kids Health Info podcast newsletter to stay up-to-date with the latest podcast episodes about the health topics you want to hear about.
31 min