Experts urge parents to choose non-contact sports for children under 14
On July 1, 2026, experts advised parents to consider non-contact sports for children under 14 to minimize head injury risks. Swinburne neurophysiologist Alan Pearce highlighted that delaying exposure to high-contact sports could reduce the risk of chronic traumatic encephalopathy later in life. Research indicates a greater correlation between head impacts and CTE than concussions themselves.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 18:30 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 18:40 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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