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NFL Players Face Higher Dementia Risk

Updated 2026-07-09 20:40 UTC 1 source Negative

A new study reveals that NFL players are four times more likely to die from neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia and Parkinson's compared to the general population. The findings highlight ongoing concerns about brain health in American football.

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NFL players are four times more likely than the general population to die of neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia and Parkinson's, according to a study released Wednesday.
2026-07-09 21:21 UTC
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