Frequency of Heading in Soccer Tied to Later Cognitive Impairment
THURSDAY, July 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Heading the ball in soccer is associated with a higher risk for later cognitive impairment, according to a study published online July 17 in JAMA Network Open.Shima Espahbodi, Ph.D., from University of Notti…
Learn MoreWith Training, Soccer Headers Might Be Safe for Teen Players
MONDAY, May 29, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Limited “heading” of a soccer ball in youth sports may not cause irreversible harm, as long as players are properly trained, a new study finds.This study from concussion researchers at Children’s Hospital of P…
Learn MoreRisk for Neurodegenerative Disease Increased for Soccer Players
FRIDAY, March 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Soccer players, specifically outfield players, have an increased risk for neurodegenerative disease, according to a study published online March 16 in The Lancet Public Health.Peter Ueda, M.D., from the Stock…
Learn MoreRisk for Neurodegenerative Disease Increased for Soccer Players
FRIDAY, March 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Soccer players, specifically outfield players, have an increased risk for neurodegenerative disease, according to a study published online March 16 in The Lancet Public Health.Peter Ueda, M.D., from the Stock…
Learn MoreDementia Risk Rises for Elite European Soccer Players
FRIDAY, March 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — It’s well-established that American football players can suffer significant brain impacts as they age.Now, new research shows that elite European soccer players are also more likely than the average person to…
Learn MoreLa raza y los ingresos impiden que muchas familias permitan que sus hijos practiquen deportes
JUEVES, 11 de agosto de 2022 (HealthDay News) — Los niños estadounidenses que son pobres o miembros de minorías étnicas se pierden de unos deportes juveniles que hace mucho que se afirma que construyen unos cuerpos y caracteres fuertes, informa un es…
Learn MoreRace, Income Keeps Many Families From Letting Kids Play Sports
THURSDAY, Aug. 11, 2022 (HealthDay News) — American kids who are poor or members of ethnic minority groups are missing out on the youth sports that have long been touted for building strong bodies and strong character, a new study reports.The researc…
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