Athletes are in the sun all the time. Are we as parents, coaches, and Atheltic Trainers making sure they are wearing sunscreen? 
 
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April is Youth Sports Safety month, and more than 38 million U.S. children and adolescents participate in sports each year.

Nearly three-quarters of U.S. households with school-aged children have at least one child playing organized sports so there is a tremendous opportunity for healthy outcomes, but also for injury potential.

There is an inherent risk of injury in sports participation. And while injury cannot be eliminated it should be minimized, because children’s and teens’ bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments are still growing, making them more susceptible to injury.

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Here is an article that surveyed coaches and parents about player safety and player injuries. This is why Athletic Trainers are so important.  
 
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