TBI Linked To Increased Risk of Dementia in Adults Over 55
A study published in JAMA Neurology has found an association between traumatic brain injury and an increased risk of dementia in adults aged 55 years and older. This study is…
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New Report Says Colleges Are Not Properly Addressing Brain Injuries
It is undeniable that football organizations have made a notable amount of progress in how they address brain injuries on the field. The NFL has enacted numerous policies to prevent…
ReadNFL Players Association President Describes Concussion Education Disparity
While the heads of the NFL are typically hesitant to comment candidly on the issue of brain injuries within the sport, the president of the National Football League Players Association…
ReadTwo New Studies Show Concussion Misconceptions Still Common Among Parents
There are a fair amount of misconceptions surrounding concussions, and Medical Xpress reports two new studies suggest these widespread misunderstandings and myths could be hindering the treatment and recovery of…
ReadOver 95 Percent of Examined NFL Players Showed Signs of CTE
It has become terrifyingly routine for deceased former NFL players to be diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The NFL continues to downplay the issues of brain injuries in the…
ReadFormer NFL Player Jovan Belcher Believed To Have Had CTE
The deaths of numerous former NFL players have been associated with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, but few of these deaths were as tragic or horrific as the death of Jovan Belcher…
ReadBrazilian Star Becomes First Professional Soccer Player Diagnosed With CTE
Hilderaldo Bellini may not be a household name like his teammate Pelé, but soccer fans are likely to be familiar with the name. The Brazilian soccer star led the country’s…
ReadHouse of Representatives Approves Bill To Improve Veteran Access To TBI Treatment
Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill that would grant veterans access to better treatment for traumatic brain injuries. The bill was introduced by Rep. Bill Cassidy (R-La.)…
ReadThe NFL Admits 3 in 10 Former Players Are Eligible For Concussion Compensation
Documents filed last week in U.S. District Court in Philadelphia say nearly a third of former NFL players are likely to develop cognitive problems serious enough to be eligible for…
ReadCan A Set of Compounds Prevent Blast-Related Brain Damage?
New research published in the journal Cell Reports claims a new class of compound can protect brain cells from damage caused by blast-related traumatic brain injury. The study, conducted by…
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