Eddie Howe has Champions League in his sights — but won’t lose Premier League focus at Newcastle United
NEWCASTLE: Eddie Howe is refusing to be drawn on any talk of a Newcastle United return to Europe’s top table next season.
Dementia Sport News
Footballers at higher risk of dementia, suggests study in the Lancet Public Health
PARIS: Top level Swedish football players — except for goalkeepers — were significantly more likely to develop dementia than the general public over the last century, a large study suggested on Friday. Experts said the study adds to “convincing evidence” linking the world’s most popular sport to a higher risk of degenerative brain disorders, and comes as head injury controversies rumble throughout other codes such as rugby and the NFL.
Rugby players with early-onset dementia to issue proceedings against authorities
A legal case involving a group of rugby players diagnosed with early-onset dementia and other irreversible neurological impairments now looks destined for the courts.
My world is falling apart: Ex-Wales captain Ryan Jones diagnosed with dementia
Former Wales captain Ryan Jones has revealed his fears for the future after being diagnosed with early-onset dementia aged 41.
Rugby World Cup winner Steve Thompson reveals he was recently put on suicide watch
Rugby World Cup winner Steve Thompson has revealed he was placed on suicide watch as his struggle with dementia took him to the brink of despair.
Global dementia cases are set to rise 300% by 2050, a new study finds
The number of adults living with dementia worldwide is expected to nearly triple to 153 million by 2050, a new study has found.
Football and Dementia: Are headers the missing link?
FOOTBALL NOW is a new show that brings to light some of the biggest issues, challenges, and debates within the global game.
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