Safe! Sports, Campers & Reducing Sports Injuries.

Thomson, Beth J.

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ERIC Number: EJ391058

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1989

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Safe! Sports, Campers & Reducing Sports Injuries.

Thomson, Beth J.

Camping Magazine, v61 n6 p25-27 Apr 1989

Acceptance of adult roles by children increases "adult injuries," notably broken bones from sports. Suggests camp administrators be familiar with clientele, particular sports, and the kinds of injuries that generally result in each. Discusses children's age, types of sports, and other factors that come into play when anticipating and treating injuries. (TES)

Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Accidents, Adolescents, Athletics, Camping, Children, Emergency Programs, Injuries, Medical Services, Outdoor Activities, Preventive Medicine, Recreational Activities, Safety Education, Sports Medicine

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Theme issue with title "Health and Safety."