Adonis Stevenson’s severe TBI provides a reminder of the brain injury risks of boxing
Concussions and brain injuries have been a part of boxing for as long as the sport existed, but it is easy for most fans to ignore the implications of these…
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At least 10% of former NFL players have CTE according to new calculations
The bombshell report last year that 110 of 111 brains of deceased NFL players showed tell-tale signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy caused many to reconsider just how safe their favorite…
ReadVeterans with multiple brain injuries are at high risk for suicidal thoughts
A growing body of evidence indicates that traumatic brain injuries significantly increase a person’s risk of attempting suicide, and a new study indicates that veterans are particularly in danger. The…
ReadConcussion fears continue to drive young athletes away from football
In the world of football, the name Ditka is iconic. It is as instantly recognizable as names like Aikman, Namath, or Brady. Mike Ditka is also one of the only…
ReadNFL grants $35 million to concussion research, but questions linger about impartiality
For once, the National Football League is being celebrated for taking an active stance to advance concussion research after it was announced the league would be awarding more than $35…
Read147 college football programs have former players diagnosed with CTE
It shouldn’t come as a shock, but a new report indicates CTE isn’t just a problem for professional football players. College level and younger players could also be at risk.…
ReadStudy indicates that even mild concussions can double the risk of suicide
Concussions and suicide have long had a murky connection, especially following the high-profile deaths of football players with CTE like Junior Seau and Aaron Hernandez. However, the links have been…
ReadThe case for concussion biomarkers becomes murky when gender and race are considered
As doctors and medical researchers continue to hunt for the best objective way to identify and assess a concussion, biomarkers have become the hot topic. The idea is that a…
ReadResearchers find new genetic risk factor for severe CTE
A new study may have uncovered a key genetic factor which makes some more susceptible to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and its most severe symptoms. According to the findings published…
ReadCollege football players may be dealing with the effects of concussions before the season even starts
At this point, the fact that professional football players are at risk for long-term effects of brain injuries is common knowledge. Despite this, the risks for younger athletes are far…
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