Connecticut was one of the first states in the nation to adopt a concussion law, following Oregon and Washington, who implemented similar statutes in 2009. Connecticut's concussion law was signed by Gov. Jodi Rell on May 19, 2010 and became effective July 1, 2010. The law is in place to prevent student-athletes from participating in games after suffering head injuries. Main Provisions of CT Law:
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Connecticut state law requires all coaches to take a concussion management course prior to the start of their season. The Connecticut Coaching Education Program (CCEP) offers the only state approved course. Cost is $50.
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Connecticut residents have access to concussion-specific care at the following locations: Associated Neurologists of Southern Connecticut
Dr. Peter
McAllister Center for Advanced Pediatrics (ImPACT)
761 Main Ave.
Elite Sports Medicine (ImPACT)
399 Farmington Ave. 3rd floor
Middlesex Primary Care -Old Saybrook/Sports & Family Medicine (ImPACT)
Adam E. Perrin, MD, FAAFP, Credentialed ImPACT Consultant (860) 284-0220 fax (860) 395-1220 https://middlesexhospital.org/locations/mh-primary-care/old-saybrook
Neurocognitive Diagnostic & Treatment Clinic (ImPACT) Dr. Joel Becker
55 Green Hollow Road Pediatric Healthcare Associates (ImPACT)
Dr. Michael Lee (860) 395-1212 Fax (860) 395-1220
Willows Pediatric Group PC (ImPACT)
1563 Post Road East
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