Landmark concussion report a ‘wake-up call’ but GPs still lack useful guidelines

The Senate inquiry spent nine months gathering evidence for its report, handed down this week.
AFL player Angus Brayshaw, who wears a helmet due to prior concussions, lying unconscious after a clash in the 2023 First Qualifying Final.

“While playing, we become institutionalised on how we’re treated medically.

“We never have to book an appointment. There are no referrals and no waiting lists for surgery.