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Portugal's Eusebio, left, and England's Nobby Stiles have a heading duel for the ball during their World Cup semi-final match at Wembley, London, July 26, 1966.

Former UK football players risk developing dementia at high rates, new study says

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Defenders — who usually head the ball the most — have a five-fold risk of developing a neurodegenerative disease, according to a new study led by UK neuropathologist Dr. Willie Stewart.

N.F.L. Agrees to $765 Million Settlement in Concussion Lawsuit

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A New Look at Brain Injuries in Soldiers and Athletes

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