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A doctor says 80% of high school football players get hurt — but there's a way to lower that risk
A doctor says 80% of high school football players get hurt — but there's a way to lower that risk
A doctor says 80% of high school football players get hurt — but there's a way to lower that risk

Published on: 10/22/2026

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One of Oregon's top high school football quarterbacks returned from an injury in this 2021 file photo. But some football injuries can keep players on the sidelines.

Dear Doctor Roach: If you had a school-age son, would you allow him to play organized football? Why or why not? — P.G.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/advice/2026/10/dear-doctor-my-son-wants-to-play-high-school-football-im-not-convinced-its-worth-the-risk.html

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