[jonnyss]

sort of.

hipaa prevents medical professionals and facilities from releasing confidential health information. ferpa prevents universities.

i believe that neither prevents the student from releasing health information herself.

it is my impression that, in college as in the pros, many coaches firmly request that players not reveal their injuries - presumably to make it harder for opponents to prepare for games.

[jonnyss]

sort of.

hipaa prevents medical professionals and facilities from releasing confidential health information. ferpa prevents universities.

i believe that neither prevents the student from releasing health information herself.

it is my impression that, in college as in the pros, many coaches firmly request that players not reveal their injuries - presumably to make it harder for opponents to prepare for games.