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Concussion dangers: the new hospital clinic treating those dealing with serious knocks to their head
Victoria’s first public concussion clinic has been set up to help those dealing with serious knocks to the heads. Steve Kemp, who landed on his head during a soccer match, is among the first patients to be treated. The injury has impacted his eyesight and sense of smell. 
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