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Editorial | Damar Hamlin’s injury shows importance of safety in football

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 10, 2023

Following Damar Hamlin’s injury, player safety should be a priority in the NFL.

Athletic trainers find balance between sports and medicine

By Ben Zimmer, Staff Writer • September 17, 2018

For athletic trainers like Jennifer Csonka, the career path was the perfect balance between sports and medicine. Whether on the field or off the field, Pitt's athletic trainers are at every game, ready to take on any injuries whenever they occur.

Sports medicine lets students stay close to athletics, help others

By Ted Zhang / For The Pitt News • September 11, 2015

Alex Dejong’s sporting career didn’t end by her own choice. A Pittsburgh native, Dejong was an active athlete in high school, playing soccer and running track. That is, until an injury forced her...