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RE: An American Tragedy: Story of Mike Webster, Pro Hall of Famer & CTE
His story is so sad, but it angers me that kids are still playing contact football and setting themselves up for a long term problem.
I know more attention is being paid to injuries and protective gear is much better, but still football is dangerous as well as other "contact" sports.
Concussions of any kind can lead to long term problems. Thanks for posting this information, particularly the pathology surrounding it.
I hope his story and your article will make people consider all aspects of these sports.
I totally agree with you @madila that young children should not be doing contact sports under 14 years old. They say CTE can be worse for them because it just starts with one hit. Parents need to know this and everyone needs to pressure the research areas to find ways to treat CTE. It is truly a horrible condition and very difficult on the victim.
Thank-you for your support and comments. It is deeply appreciated that you read my article. Thank-you!!!
I had a friend who got injured in high school and found out years later that it was undiagnosed and he spiraled out of control in his 30's after a car accident.
Thanks so much for highlighting this tragedy in athlete's lives.
@madila, I really appreciate your sharing of this unfortunate situation with your friend. People always wonder why so many people are going crazy, when all they have to do is look at the history. We all need to be more aware of what is happening around us. That is why I am using Steemit to educate as much as I am able to.
After reading about Mike Webster's story I have since been driven to bring to light what we are doing to our children and to ourselves. I appreciate your comments and do wish you well in each and every coming day. Thank-you so much!!! :D