AFL players failing to report concussion rising amid concerns for impact on careers
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AFLPA found more AFL and AFLW players are hiding head knocksLeague moving away from idea of independent doctors at matchesMore AFL players are admitting to hiding concussions, as the league’s ability to manage “the pre-eminent issue in the game” becomes increasingly tested.The AFL Players Association (AFLPA) has found 12% of AFL respondents, as well as 10% in the AFLW, did not report diagnosed or potential concussions in its 2023 survey of close to 300 players. The previous year’s research found...

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