Study: Retired NFL players with history of concussions have reduced cognitive performance
A study by doctors at Mass General Brigham is shedding new light on the long-term impacts of concussions among NFL players.
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A study by doctors at Mass General Brigham is shedding new light on the long-term impacts of concussions among NFL players.
WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall explains the latest health headlines.
New research from the University of Michigan found that 1 in 4 adolescents self-reported at least one concussion in 2020, up from about 1 in 5 in 2016.
Concussion experts say they are concerned head injuries among student athletes are not being diagnosed, especially at schools with lower funding.
The study included data on 9,542 concussions across 20 high school sports.
The PSA aims to educate parents about the dangers of tackle football for kids.
A youth football program is stepping up their game using new state of the art Mobile Virtual Players to help avoid concussions during practice.
Retired New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski is taking issue with what an expert on concussions said about CTE.
Almost 2 million children and teens were seen in emergency rooms across the United States for traumatic brain injuries between 2010 and 2016.
Rick Nash is retiring from hockey, citing lingering symptoms of a concussion he sustained last season while a member of the Boston Bruins.
The league announced seven new rules for kickoffs for the upcoming 2018 season.
The NFL made a change that almost certainly will have a much larger effect on the game than the catch rule.
Larry Johnson shared some details about his life that are nothing short of terrifying.
Meriweather described to Toucher & Rich what it's like to play with concussions symptoms
The biggest hurdle in the study of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) has been the issue of it only being discoverable in the brain of a deceased patient. That may not be a problem for long.
Maybe it's a function of the modern times, or maybe it's an inherent flaw in our existence as human beings, but there seems to be a rushed desire these days to boil every bit of news down to a single, easily-digestible sentence.
When asked about CTE, Belichick reminded reporters once again that he's just a football coach.
Aaron Hernandez's family has filed a federal lawsuit against the NFL and the New England Patriots after tests on the former player brain revealed a "severe case" of brain trauma.
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady said that while he's "not oblivious" to concussions, he also doesn't worry about the dangers of head injuries.
All three tight ends are out, due to concussions they suffered in Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
The NFL and NFLPA have confirmed that they could not find any rule violations, or that Brady suffered a concussion.
The NFL's actions have not backed up their words.
Brady spoke at length about the "preventative measures" he takes against concussions and other injuries.
Brockton Junior Boxers' President Miguel Oliva said spent $23,000 on 196 new helmets that will better prevent concussions.
The doctor who discovered CTE believes that letting anyone under 18 years old play football should be considered child abuse.
Hundreds of kids and police officers from the MetroWest area and beyond converged on the Framingham Walmart for the annual "Shop with a Cop" event.
A weekslong heated debate came to a head Wednesday night with Natick's Select Board meeting on immigrant documentation policies.
Jaylen Brown's mother's house in Wellesley, Massachusetts was broken into while the Celtics were out of town, sources told WBZ-TV.
Nichelle Thinigar invented a device to help people use their feet after suffering a stroke.
State Senator John Velis plans to refile a bill clarifying what exactly a "drone" is under Massachusetts law
Jaylen Brown's mother's house was broken into Sunday night while the Celtics were playing in Washington, D.C.
Some Massachusetts farms are now selling Christmas trees at a discount a week before the holiday.
There is a chance that there could be a white Christmas in Massachusetts.
Hundreds of kids and police officers from the MetroWest area and beyond converged on the Framingham Walmart for the annual "Shop with a Cop" event.
State Senator John Velis plans to refile a bill clarifying what exactly a "drone" is under Massachusetts law
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Minnesota Vikings legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss said he is "battling something internal" and asked for prayers on Sunday.
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
A family visiting Boston left behind a videotape with precious memories in their rental car.
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
How do you keep political drama from poisoning important relationships during the holidays?
Consumers haggle over the price of big-ticket items like homes and cars. So should they also bargain over the cost of college tuition?
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn joined WBZ-TV this week for a one-on-one interview for Sunday's "Keller At Large."
Jon Keller has his annual list of turkeys in the Boston area for Thanksgiving 2024.
Ocean State Job Lot announced this week it is taking over another Christmas Tree Shops location, this one in North Attleboro.
Massachusetts is getting closer to allowing pot cafes and other sites for social marijuana consumption.
Bertucci's has closed its Swampscott restaurant, leaving only 15 locations in Massachusetts.
Four Seas Ice Cream, fixture on Cape Cod since 1934, has been sold.
Jeff Kinney, the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" author and owner of An Unlikely Story, is determined to make Plainville proud.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Jaylen Brown's mother's house in Wellesley, Massachusetts was broken into while the Celtics were out of town, sources told WBZ-TV.
While Sunday's Patriots-Bills showdown will likely be a one-sided affair, there is an added level of excitement with Josh Allen and Drake Maye set to go head-to-head for the first time.
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte apologized on Wednesday for voicing his displeasure about the team's offensive play-calling following Sunday's loss to the Arizona Cardinals.
While questions about Jerod Mayo's future with the New England Patriots are swirling, the head coach is making is clear that his focus is in the present.
The Bills used to be a punching bag for the Patriots, but the roles have reversed since Tom Brady left New England.
A dog trainer in Massachusetts managed to create the perfect "dog nativity scene" that's going viral on social media.
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a 20-year-old blind cat who was seen floating on a piece of ice in Westford.
The Mount Washington Observatory shared photos of staff members hanging ten on "rime ice" formations.
A unique ATM tree in Greenfield, Massachusetts was hit by thieves in a heist.
An "odd couple" at an Animal Rescue League shelter in Boston is looking for a new home together.