March 6, 2007

Moraga, CA - During the month of March, the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) and Saint Mary's College is proud to honor Certified Athletic Trainers and the health care profession of Athletic Training. Certified Athletic Trainers are allied health care providers who specialize in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses. Athletic Trainers' across the country are being recognized for their commitment to helping people prevent injuries and stay healthy and active.

Currently, the Department of Athletics at Saint Mary's College of California employs five full-time Certified Athletic Trainers that provide daily comprehensive health care to 14 intercollegiate athletic programs.

National Athletic Training Month was established to advise active people on how to prevent injuries at work and at play. This year's theme is Be Active--Stay Healthy.