Is the risk of brain injury from contact sports being overstated by the media?
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Is the risk of brain injury from contact sports being overstated by the media?
PeopleImages/ShutterstockMore and more people are worried about the long-term effects of contact sports on the brain. In football (soccer), studies have found that repeatedly heading the ball can lead to memory problems and an increased risk of serious brain diseases. This has led to rules limiting heading the ball in youth leagues and calls to protect professional players in similar ways. In American football, research shows a high number of fo…
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