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Steelers Trying Out ‘Guardian Caps’ to Cut Down on Concussion Injuries

By Sarah Boden
Published June 20, 2022 at 6:17 PM EDT
Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph throws a pass during practice while wearing a Guardian Cap.
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Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph throws a pass during practice while wearing a Guardian Cap.

They might look a little silly, but the Pittsburgh Steelers new equipment could significantly cut down on concussions. WESA’s Sarah Boden reports on the NFL’s new Guardian Caps.

Read the full story at: https://www.wesa.fm/health-science-tech/2022-06-13/steelers-new-headgear-will-protect-their-noggins-during-off-season-training

(Original air-date: 6/18/22)

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Sarah Boden
Sarah Boden covers health, science and technology for 90.5 WESA. Before coming to Pittsburgh in November 2017, she was a reporter for Iowa Public Radio where she covered a range of issues, including the 2016 Iowa Caucuses.
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