Study: At least 1 in 4 NFL players can get CTE
A new study published in the British Medical Journal found that at least 25% of NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). This research highlights a significant health concern for professional football players, linking the sport's physical demands to serious neurological damage. The findings underscore the long-term health risks associated with repeated head impacts in the NFL.
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Study: At least 1 in 4 NFL players can get CTE
A new study published in the British Medical Journal has found that at least 25% of NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 were diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). This alarming finding highlights the significant health risks associated with repeated head trauma in professional football. The research underscores growing concerns about long-term neurological consequences for players in the sport.
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