NeurologyToday | One-third of retired NFL players believe they have chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), even though a diagnosis of the disorder can only be made on autopsy, a survey of 1,980 players found. Read more.
NeurologyToday | Athletes who develop chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) after playing high-contact sports also have a higher risk of parkinsonism, according to a new study published July 15 in JAMA Neurology. Read more.
NeurologyToday | Approximately 41 percent of young athletes who participated in contact sports showed signs of post-mortem chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), according to a report published Aug. 28 in JAMA Neurology. Read more.
NeurologyToday | Just in time for the start of another football season comes another study that suggests that playing football may not be good for long-term brain health. Read more.