In a world of "smart" TVs and refrigerators, and cars that can talk back to the driver, you, you can now get a smart mouthguard to help detect the impact of hits to the head on your brain. We spoke wi
When fewer and fewer young people were registering a few years for minor hockey, one of the reasons was the number of parents worried about concussions. Science has proven multiple hits to the head over time can lead to a brain condition called CTE. Those who suffer from it have many of the same symptoms as people with early-onset dementia. Scientist Adam Bartsch invented the "smart" mouthguard, which is now in use for all players in the World Rugby Association. He spoke with the CBC's Leigh Anne Power.
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