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Vancouver Island, this one's for you! 🏝️We don't often bring our courses to the Island, so here's your chance to take th...
10/08/2026

Vancouver Island, this one's for you! 🏝️

We don't often bring our courses to the Island, so here's your chance to take them close to home this November at PISE Victoria:

🩹 Athletic Taping Course – Saturday, November 14 | 9:00am–5:00pm
⛑️ Sport First Aid Course – Sunday, November 15 | 9:00am–5:00pm

They're a good fit for coaches, trainers, team volunteers and anyone who supports athletes. You can take one course or both over the same weekend.

Space is limited, so register early at https://sportmedbc.com/sportsafety-courses-and-workshops/

Know a coach or team volunteer on the Island? Tag them below 👇

Not every part of concussion recovery shows on the outside.Anxiety, low mood, frustration, and feeling isolated are comm...
10/06/2026

Not every part of concussion recovery shows on the outside.

Anxiety, low mood, frustration, and feeling isolated are common after a concussion, especially when symptoms last longer.

These feelings can come from the concussion itself, from having your usual routines and activities disrupted, or from both.

💙 Support matters. Check-ins with family, friends, teammates, coaches, and health care providers are part of a good concussion management plan.

If someone you know is recovering, reach out and ask how they're doing.

Thanks for following along this Concussion Awareness Week. Find free concussion resources from Concussion Awareness Training Tool - CATT

The comeback matters as much as the injury.Most concussions get better within days to weeks. But up to 30% of people wit...
10/03/2026

The comeback matters as much as the injury.
Most concussions get better within days to weeks. But up to 30% of people with a diagnosed concussion still have symptoms more than 4 weeks later.
What helps:
🪜 Go step by step. Returning to school, work, or sport should be gradual, with a health care provider guiding each step.

⚠️ Don't push through. It can make symptoms worse and make recovery take longer.

🩺 Get follow-up care. If symptoms last, a team of health care providers can help.
Find the Return to School, Return to Work, Return to Sport, and Return to Activity guides from .concussions.

75% of British Columbians didn't know that too much rest, like sleeping all day, can slow concussion recovery.The brain ...
10/02/2026

75% of British Columbians didn't know that too much rest, like sleeping all day, can slow concussion recovery.

The brain needs the right amount of rest to heal. Old advice like waking someone up constantly or keeping them in total darkness can actually slow things down.

What current best practice recommends:

🛋️ Relative rest for the first 24–48 hours at most. Cut back on physical and mental activity, but keep up everyday tasks as long as they don't make symptoms more than mildly and briefly worse.
🚶 Then a gradual return to activity, guided by symptoms

💡 Some people become sensitive to light after a concussion. Adjust screens, lighting, and surroundings to help.

Today, at SportMedBC we took pause to reflect and honor the stories that shape our nation. Let’s walk together on the pa...
10/01/2026

Today, at SportMedBC we took pause to reflect and honor the stories that shape our nation. Let’s walk together on the path of truth and reconciliation, embracing the voices of the past to forge a brighter future. Every step we take is a step towards understanding and healing. 💛

Reporting isn't overreacting. When in doubt, sit them out.If you think someone might have a concussion:🛑 Remove them fro...
10/01/2026

Reporting isn't overreacting. When in doubt, sit them out.

If you think someone might have a concussion:

🛑 Remove them from play or activity right away
📅 Keep them out for the rest of the day, even if they say they feel fine

Reporting a suspected concussion protects the person and can help them recover faster.

And it's not only up to the injured person. Coaches, teachers, teammates, and colleagues all have a part in speaking up. 🤝

Learn how to recognize and respond to a concussion with free resources from Awareness Training Tool - CATT

Concussion Awareness Week: Day 3: Know the Signs 🧠Only 11% of British Columbians say they feel very confident they could...
09/30/2026

Concussion Awareness Week: Day 3: Know the Signs 🧠

Only 11% of British Columbians say they feel very confident they could recognize a concussion. Could you?

Concussion symptoms can show up in different ways:

💥 Physical: headache, dizziness, nausea, sensitivity to light or noise
💭 Cognitive: feeling foggy, trouble concentrating
💬 Emotional: irritability, sadness
😴 Sleep: drowsiness, trouble sleeping

Symptoms can be subtle and may not show up right away. Keep watching for 48 hours after the injury.

Not sure what to do next? The CATT Concussion Pathway walks you through each step, from recognizing a concussion to recovery

Learn more from Awareness Training Tool - CATT.

Did you know... You don't have to be knocked out to have a concussion. In fact, most concussions happen without any loss...
09/28/2026

Did you know... You don't have to be knocked out to have a concussion. In fact, most concussions happen without any loss of consciousness.

Know the red flags. These signs can point to a more serious injury, whether or not the person lost consciousness:

🚩 Severe or worsening headache
🚩 Repeated vomiting
🚩 Seizures
🚩 Increasing confusion or agitation
🚩 Weakness or numbness

If you see any red flags, call 911 or go to the ER right away.

Want to learn how to recognize and respond to a concussion? .concussions offers free, evidence-based eLearning courses and resources. Concussion Awareness Training Tool - CATT

Don’t miss your final opportunity to switch to Enhanced Enrollment and secure your special Limited Edition Fall RunWalk ...
09/25/2026

Don’t miss your final opportunity to switch to Enhanced Enrollment and secure your special Limited Edition Fall RunWalk T-shirt! When registration ends, so does the chance for enhanced enrollment. While you can still purchase the shirt afterward, it will be at a higher price! Opt for the upgrade to access all the benefits that Enhanced Enrollment provides! Contact us for additional details!

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