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Athletes Face High Risk of Blood Clots Despite Professional Care

Updated 2026-10-19 22:05 UTC 1 source Neutral

Research indicates that professional athletes, including NFL star Jalen Hurts, face a high risk of blood clots even with advanced medical care. The findings suggest that recovery times can be lengthy and unpredictable for such injuries.

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Blood clots are ‘incredibly common,’ even for pro athletes like Jalen Hurts. Here’s what to know.

Research has found that it can take more than six months for professional athletes to return to play after being treated for a deep-vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.

2026-10-19 21:58 UTC