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Did Steelers follow protocol on Ben Roethlisberger's head injury?

Monday's Friday's health and safety news from the world of football:

  • ESPN reported on the NFL's Career Development Advisory Panel, which recommends minority candidates for coaching and general manager openings.
  • to a local youth sports safety advocate who said recent comments by Chicago Bears safety Chris Conte sends the wrong message to kids.
  • Time Magazine reported on a new study published Monday in "Pediatrics" that says a five-day rest period after concussions might not be good.
  • Med City News looked at a new hand-held device that could detect concussions with a single drop of blood.
  • Mashable reported on a headband sensor, which will be debuted Monday at the Consumer Electronics Show, that detects injuries in real time.

-- Bill Bradley, contributing editor