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Bob Saget's death shows how dangerous an untreated head injury can be, experts say

Actor and comedian Bob Saget's death was caused by a blow to the head that he appeared to ignore before going to bed. Medical experts say you should always seek care if you experience a head trauma.

The sudden death of actor and comedian Bob Saget last month took fans of all ages by surprise.

According to his family, the 65-year-old actor and comedian "accidentally hit the back of his head on something, thought nothing of it and went to sleep." No drugs or alcohol were involved, according to a coroner's report.

Saget had "fractures to the back of his. Saget was also COVID-19 positive at the time of his death, the autopsy noted.

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