Wednesday's health and safety news from the world of football:
- The Associated Press reported on the sensitivity training NFL teams are taking during training camp, with the Rams already prepared thanks to the introduction of rookie Michael Sam, the league's first openly gay player.
- The Washington Post also reported on the culture change in the NFL, noting the league will have "zero tolerance" for homophobic or racial slurs.
- KING-TV featured former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason, who has been working with Microsoft to create products for the disabled. Gleason has been suffering from ALS since 2011.
- The Cleveland Plain-Dealer debuted its "Mind Over Matter" page to feature its ongoing concussion coverage.
- BaltimoreRavens.com reported on the Ravens' Military Appreciation Day during Monday's practice at M&T Stadium.
- iMedicalApps.com reviewed the concussion screen apps available for sideline diagnosis.
- The Durham (N.C.) Herald-Sun reported on a Duke researcher, who said preventing concussions is key in contact sports.
- The New Orleans Times-Picayune reported on a Wake Forest University study that said any contact sports can cause some form of brain damage.
- WSBT-TV in South Bend, Ind., reported on area high schools that are undergoing concussion training.
-- Bill Bradley, contributing editor
