On July 28, 2025, a 27-year-old gunman entered a New York City office building that is home to the National Football League’s headquarters. He shot and killed four people and…
Tag: CTE
Study Challenges Link Between Football and Brain Protein Buildup
Summary: A new study questions whether playing youth football leads to harmful protein buildup in the brain. Researchers examined 174 donated brains, including former high school and college players, and…
Family History of Mental Illness Increases Aggression Risk in CTE
Summary: A new study reveals that individuals with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and a family history of mental illness have a heightened risk of aggression during adulthood, particularly between ages…
New NFL helmet accessory reduces concussions − but players and fans may not be ready to embrace safety over swag
Fall brings football season in the U.S. and, with it, the parade of distinctively decorated helmets that the players wear. Over time, the shape and size of these helmets have…
