Prevention & Resources

There are many signs and symptoms of a concussion. Concussion symptoms may
appear minutes, hours, or days after the initial injury. Symptoms may be physical,
emotional, behavioral, or cognitive (affect thinking). You may observe these signs in
your child or your child may report symptoms to you.

The Injury Prevention Service formed the Oklahoma Childhood Concussion Coalition in December 2018 to strengthen statewide efforts to prevent childhood head injuries. The coalition, which is comprised of representatives from key community partners, advocates, and health care providers, was formed to reduce concussion-related morbidity and mortality through partnership, education, and policy. For more information on the Oklahoma Childhood Concussion Coalition, please email concussion@health.ok.gov.

• Concussion Policy Evaluation Summary Report

Athletes, coaches, parents, and sports officials can find resources for recognizing and responding to concussions through the CDC HEADS UP training and resource campaign.  

• Brain Injury Alliance of Oklahoma
• Brain Injury Recovery Foundation
• Returning to School After a Concussion: A Fact Sheet for School Professionals
• A Fact Sheet for Teachers, Counselors, and School Professionals
• Helping Students Recover from a Concussion: Classroom Tips for Teachers
• CDC: Traumatic Brain Injury Reports and Fact Sheets

Mailing Address:
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Injury Prevention Service
123 Robert S. Kerr Ave., Suite 1702
Oklahoma City, OK 73102-6406

Physical Address:
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Injury Prevention Service
123 Robert S. Kerr Ave.
Oklahoma City, OK

Telephone: (405) 426-8440
Fax: (405) 900-7588
Email: concussion@health.ok.gov