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Why football has to take head injuries seriously

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January 14, 2022

Head injuries and concussions in football are seen as part and parcel of the game, but research has shown repetitive head traumas can lead to neurodegeneratve diseases such as dementia. Health experts and brain charities say this is one of football's most pressing issues.

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