National Concussion Awareness Day ® was founded in 2016 by Brooke Mills, who suffered a concussion as a freshman in high school.  Concussions have become an epidemic in the United States, with millions of mild traumatic brain injuries happening each year.  The purpose of National Concussion Awareness Day ® is to create an opportunity for public discussion of this issue.  By raising awareness of the importance of recognizing a concussion, treating it appropriately and supporting the injured we can positively impact lives across the country.