As the 2012 NFL draft opens today, a group of sports medicine physicians have honored a doctor's research into the effects of repeat concussions."Our research suggests that the cumulative effects of repeat concussions on brain function... full story ![]()
A single concussion, one of the most common forms of traumatic brain injury in the United States, may have a lasting impact on the brain, resulting in long-term structural damage
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Millions of young people are treated for concussions each year, mostly suffered while playing soccer, football, basketball or hockey. A new study has found that children's recovery time grows longer with repeat concussions. Theresa Garcia reports.
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Researchers say repeated hits can cause blood-brain barrier to leak proteins, which trigger immune system to attack
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A new research project and innovation challenge backed by GE and the NFL aims to uncover new technologies for preventing and treating traumatic brain injuries.
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The NFL and General Electric (GE) today jointly announced a four-year 60 million initiative to develop novel imaging technology and other tech-based approaches to aid in the prevention, detection and management of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and concussions. The overriding theme, announced in an opening video this afternoon at a press conference at 30 Rock in the GE...
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A-third of all former players want to sue league over concussions they say led to brain disease; NFL wants cases thrown out
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One-third of all ex-players want to sue league over concussions they say led to brain disease; NFL wants cases thrown out
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Single Concussion Can Cause Lasting Damage to Brain, Study FindsFDA Warns Zithromax Can Cause Fatal Irregular Heart Rhythm
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The National Football League and General Electric Co are teaming up to improve the diagnosis and treatment of brain injuries amid growing concerns about sports-related concussions in youth and professional sports.
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