One of the biggest hurdles in identifying chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in living people has always been distinguishing the condition from Alzheimer’s disease. Both conditions are characterized by large numbers…
ReadBecause it takes so long for the telltale symptoms to appear, many think of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) as something that is only a concern for older athletes or veterans.…
ReadWhile the NFL continues to make changes aimed at reducing the number of brain injuries in the league, a vocal contingent of fans bemoans the loss of “real football”. Now,…
ReadFootball was one of the few constants for Tommy “Mr. Falcon” Nobis. Even after he retired as a linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, he quickly assumed a position as the…
ReadThe 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…
ReadIt 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.…
ReadA 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…
ReadChronic traumatic encephalopathy is most well-known as the brain disease that football players get from repeated head injuries. Of course, the permanent neurodegenerative disease isn’t limited to just football players.…
ReadAcross the state, fans, who may have recently visited sites such as Betfred Near Me, are already gearing up to watch the Oklahoma Sooners (and yes, the OSU Cowboys) take…
ReadIf anyone can claim the title of being a brain injury expert, it is Chris Nowinski. He played football while studying at Harvard. Then, he went on to become a…
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