Head Injury

Politics February 25

GOP senator suffers seizure, brain bleed after falling on ice

Sen. Kevin Cramer said he is recovering in North Dakota after falling and hitting his head over the weekend.

Health February 15

Woman with 5% chance of survival after ski accident makes 'miracle' recovery

A young British woman, age 23, was given just a 5% chance of survival after a life-threatening skiing accident — and shared the story of her “miracle" recovery.

Massachusetts January 9

College athlete dies from tragic accident on ski resort’s most difficult trail

Alex Kemp, a 19-year-old Williams College student from New Jersey, died on Tuesday after skiing at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort in Massachusetts.

NFL January 9

Former NFL star Frank Wycheck suffered from CTE prior to death, researchers say

A scientific study of former Titans tight end Frank Wycheck's brain confirmed the late NFL star suffered from the degenerative brain disease in the last years of his life.

College Football November 27

20-year-old college football player dies from head injuries sustained during game

Alabama A&M redshirt freshman linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. died at age 20 from head injuries he sustained during a game in late October.

Philadelphia Eagles November 15

Eagles' Jalen Hurts gives curious answer about clearing concussion protocol in win over Commanders

Philadelphia Eagles star quarterback Jalen Hurts gave a curious answer about how he passed the concussion protocol during the team's 26-18 win over the Washington Commanders.

New Orleans Saints November 9

Saints' Chris Olave placed on IR after being carted off with concussion, will see specialist

After suffering his fifth concussion since 2020, Chris Olave has been placed on injured reserve and will be seeking advice from a specialist.

Health October 26

‘Should I go to the ER or urgent care?’: Ask a doctor

When sudden and severe sickness requires immediate care, the two most common options are to visit an urgent care or to head to a hospital emergency room — but how do you know which is best?

Health October 26

Dementia risk could be higher for older adults who experience this type of injury, study finds

Getting injured after a fall may be an early warning sign of dementia in older adults, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open last month. Researchers and doctors weigh in.

Miami Dolphins October 23

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa on injury concerns after return to practice: 'I love football to the death of me'

Tua Tagovailoa is making his way back to the NFL practice field this week, more than a month after his third confirmed concussion within a two-year span.

New York Giants October 18

Giants rookie phenom Malik Nabers on Travis Scott concert backlash: 'I still got my own life'

Malik Nabers will return to the field Sunday when the Giants face the Eagles after he had to deal with a "scary" concussion he doesn't remember.

New York Giants October 11

Giants' Malik Nabers faces backlash after he was spotted at concert following concussion diagnosis

Malik Nabers has quickly emerged as one of the New York Giants' biggest stars. But the wide receiver recently suffered a head injury during a game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Miami Dolphins October 4

NFL will not weigh in on Tua Tagovailoa's return date after Dolphins quarterback's third concussion

Dr. Allen Sills, the NFL's chief medical officer, said the league will not have a role in Tua Tagovailoa's return to the field after the QB was diagnosed with a concussion.

HEALTH September 24

Amid Brett Favre’s Parkinson’s diagnosis, neurologist discusses how concussions impact risk

Football legend Brett Favre, 54, announced he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. A neurologist weighs in on how concussions and head injury can increase the risk.

Miami Dolphins September 13

Neuroscientist, former wrestler Chris Nowinski concludes Tua Tagovailoa 'suffered traumatic brain injury'

Sports analysts, former NFL players and fans have debated whether Tua Tagovailoa should walk away from the game after the quarterback's latest head injury.

NFL September 13

Tua Tagovailoa's retirement could cost Dolphins $124M after GM relied on jiujitsu to end his concussions

If quarterback Tua Tagovailoa retires, the Dolphins will have to pay him his remaining guaranteed salary after a failed martial arts experiment.

VIDEO September 13

HEALTH May 19

Many families take patients off life support too soon after traumatic brain injuries: study

Many patients who died after traumatic brain injuries may have survived and recovered if their families had waited to take them off life support, a new study found.

ENTERTAINMENT February 23, 2024

'Oppenheimer' actor Cillian Murphy had his head glued together after freak accident during filming

Cillian Murphy’s “Oppenheimer" co-star Emily Blunt revealed he had a freak accident while on location for the film. The two shared why they "had to glue his head shut."

UFC January 3, 2024

UFC star Bryce Mitchell enters 6-month, self-imposed 'concussion protocol' after brutal knockout

UFC’s Bryce Mitchell was on the receiving end of a frightening knockout last month, and now the featherweight has decided to forgo sparring for at least six months.

Cleveland Browns December 29, 2023

Browns' Elijah Moore stayed overnight at hospital following scary concussion, coach says

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore spent the night in a hospital due to a concussion after he appeared to convulse on the field.

Jacksonville Jaguars December 23, 2023

Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence clears concussion protocol, opening door for start against Buccaneers

Jacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Pederson said Trevor Lawrence would need to clear concussion protocol by Saturday to make the trip with the team to Tampa Bay.

Indianapolis Colts December 22, 2023

Michael Pittman says Damontae Kazee was 'headhunting' him, doesn’t remember dangerous tackle

Michael Pittman says he doesn't remember the hit from Damontae Kazee that give him a concussion. Kazee was suspended for the rest of the season.

Pittsburgh Steelers December 16, 2023

Steelers' Damontae Kazee ejected after scary hit gives Michael Pittman Jr. concussion

Defensive back Damontae Kazee was ejected from Saturday's game against the Indianapolis Colts after a brutal hit on wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr.

Detroit Red Wings December 9, 2023

Red Wings' Dylan Larkin lay motionless after taking hit to head, helped off ice following scary scene

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin lay motionless on the ice at Little Caesars Arena after a hit to the head Saturday against the Ottawa Senators.

Pittsburgh Steelers December 9, 2023

Steelers' place T.J. Watt in concussion protocol after star pass rusher reports concussion-like symptoms

Steelers pass rusher T.J. Watt reported concussion-like symptoms to the team, and his status for next week's game against the Colts is uncertain.

NFL December 1, 2023

Kathie Lee Gifford, widow of Frank Gifford, says NFL legend 'was dying long before he died'

Television personality Kathie Lee Gifford and her son Cody opened up about some of the final moments of NFL great Frank Gifford's life.

San Francisco 49ers October 27, 2023

49ers' Brock Purdy practices fully after concussion diagnosis, could play against Bengals

Second-year signal-caller Brock Purdy took a significant step forward Friday and appears to be on track to take the field for this Sunday's 49ers-Bengals game.

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