NFL PLAYERS AT HIGH
RISK OF
The concussion rate in the NFL is high. With only 32 teams—each of which with 53 players—the NFL is home to hundreds of concussions each year.
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Repeated concussions can lead to Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)—a degenerative brain disease that affects people who experience repeated head trauma. The condition is found in athletes who play contact sports, military veterans who experience head injuries, and domestic violence victims.
BRAIN DAMAGE
LONG-TERM
Concussions are a serious—and often underreported—problem among young athletes. A concussion is considered a mild form of traumatic brain injury.
YOUNG ATHLETES AT
The NFL adopted new rules to reduce risk of concussions
HELPING ATHLETES
SMARTER RULES
New advancements in helmet design—along with new testing methods—are making contact sports safer.
BEYOND FOOTBALL
2020 OUTLOOK
Repeated head trauma is dangerous—and often preventable. In 2020, new helmet technology and robust testing is likely to extend to a variety of sports and outdoor activities.
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BRAIN INJURY
HEAD INJURY
NEW TECH AND
TESTING METHODS
AIMED AT
CONCUSSIONS
REDUCING