Research: More than 25% of NFL players who passed away between 2016 and 2021 were found to have CTE
Study Reveals High CTE Rates Among NFL Players A recent study has found that at least one in four NFL players who passed away between 2016 and 2021 had chronic traumatic encephalopathy, commonly referred to as “CTE.” This research, which involved collaborations from Mass General Brigham, Boston University, and the Concussion & CTE Foundation, appeared […]
Study finds a troublingly high number of former NFL players develop CTE.
Prevalence of CTE Among NFL Players Raises Concerns A recent study reveals that at least 25% of NFL players who passed away over a five-year period were found to have CTE, although researchers believe the actual figures could be significantly higher. CTE, characterized by cognitive decline and troubling personality changes such as aggression, confusion, and […]
Billy Ray Smith Jr, Chargers icon and College Football Hall of Famer, has passed away following a battle with dementia linked to CTE.
Billy Ray Smith Jr. Passes Away at 64 Billy Ray Smith Jr., a linebacker for the San Diego Chargers and a member of the College Football Hall of Fame, passed away on Wednesday after a prolonged battle with dementia due to CTE, as confirmed by his family. He was 64 years old. In a heartfelt […]
Family of Aldon Smith requests CTE testing following the death of the former 49ers player at 36
Aldon Smith’s Family Seeks Answers After His Untimely Death The family of former NFL player Aldon Smith is searching for clarity following his unexpected passing at the age of 36. As reported by ESPN, they have chosen to send his brain to specialists in Boston to evaluate if chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) was a factor […]
Claude Lemieux is donating his brain to Boston University for research on CTE.
Claude Lemieux’s Brain to be Donated for Research Claude Lemieux’s family has decided to donate his brain to Boston University’s CTE Center, aiming to investigate the lasting effects of brain injuries. They made this announcement through a statement on Saturday. “In hopes of continuing Claude’s legacy of helping others, his family will donate his brain […]
Cam Skattebo from the Giants expresses regret for comments on CTE and asthma.
Cam Skatebo Apologizes for Comments on CTE and Asthma New York Giants running back Cam Skatebo has issued an apology regarding his recent comments where he claimed that CTE isn’t real and described asthma as “fake.” In an episode of the Bring the Juice podcast, Skatebo suggested that CTE was merely an “excuse” when asked […]
Former Lions star Tracy Scroggins passes away, and his family expresses worries about CTE
Tracy Scroggins, Former Detroit Lions Linebacker, Passes Away at 56 Tracy Scroggins, a former linebacker for the Detroit Lions, has died at the age of 56, as confirmed by his family on Monday. In a heartfelt statement, his family expressed their sorrow, saying, “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our […]
Existing treatment might shield against CTE
New Insights into Brain Protection for Athletes Forget about creams for wrinkles or treatments for thinning hair. Recent findings indicate that some popular therapies in the U.S., originally aimed at skin health and pain relief, might also play a surprising role in protecting soccer players’ brains from inflammation due to repeated head impacts. Dr. Shay […]
The urgency of identifying and addressing brain disease CTE before it becomes fatal
Understanding CTE Through Recent Events This summer, a tragic incident in a midtown Manhattan high-rise highlighted our limited understanding of a severe brain condition often linked to NFL players—one that can only be confirmed after death. The shooter, Shane Tamra, targeted the NFL’s Park Avenue headquarters, resulting in the deaths of NYPD officer Didarul Islam […]
CTE found in the brain of shooter who aimed at NFL headquarters in NYC
The individual who opened fire at the NFL’s New York City office in July, resulting in the deaths of four people, has been found to have low-stage chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), as reported by the Chief Inspector’s Office for New York City on Friday. According to neuropathology experts, the Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) […]