(HealthDay News) -- Wearing a helmet during certain sports or recreational activities can protect you against a serious head injury, including brain damage. The U.S. National Safety Council recommends wearing a helmet if you participate in: Riding horses or all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). Baseball, softball or football. Biking. In-line skating or skateboarding. Snowboarding. Rock climbing.
(HealthDay News) -- Wearing a helmet during certain sports or recreational activities can protect you against a serious head injury, including brain damage. The U.S. National Safety Council recommends wearing a helmet if you participate in: Riding horses or all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). Baseball, softball or football. Biking. In-line skating or skateboarding. Snowboarding. Rock climbing.