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Repeated head impacts drive brain degeneration patterns in chronic traumatic encephalopathy, study finds
A new study from researchers at the Boston University Alzheimer's Disease and CTE Center is helping solve the mystery as to why the brain ... in chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
Brain study shows Conrad Dobler, once regarded as NFL's dirtiest player, had CTE
The family of Conrad Dobler, once regarded as the dirtiest player in the NFL, said he had CTE based on a study of his brain ...
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What the Lewiston Shooter’s Brain Injury Can Tell Us About Blast Exposure in the Military
Experts say the gunman’s brain tissue points to traumatic injury ‘likely’ caused by blasts in the line of duty; the Army ...
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What To Know About Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a neurodegenerative disease caused by repeated traumatic brain injuries. About 17% of people with recurrent concussions or traumatic brain injuries will ...
Ex-Tennessee Titans star had CTE at time of death, researchers confirm
Former Tennessee Titans tight end Frank Wycheck had stage III CTE at the time of his death in December 2023, researchers confirmed, his family said Thursday.
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Brett Favre makes feelings known on throwing Andy Reid under the bus 27 years ago with Packers
Brett Favre took to X to post a throwback video, which gave a glimpse of a young Andy Reid’s days with the Green Bay Packers ...
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Can we slow down brain aging and prevent dementia?
which damage the cells and disrupt brain function. Tau protein is one such harmful protein linked to several neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's, dementia and impact-related issues like ...
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CTE: What we know about chronic traumatic encephalopathy
Now he probably suffers from chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE. The neurodegenerative condition is linked to repeated blows to the head. His brain is damaged beyond repair.