Neurodegeneration in Pro Football Players: ALS

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Inflammation, Limbic White Matter, and Symptoms After Repetitive Head Impacts in Retired Football Players

Dr. Alex Menze talks with Dr. Breton Asken about the long-term impacts of repetitive head impacts in football players, focusing on inflammation, brain microstructure, and cognitive decline. Read the related article in Neurology®. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 

 . 27min 24sec
Updates Regarding Radiation Necrosis

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Kait Nevel about radiation necrosis following radiation therapy, with a closer look at Boswellia serrata supplement findings. Please read the related article mentioned in this episode. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 

 . 19min 8sec

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