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Japan to Introduce Stricter Boxing Safety Measures After Two Boxer Deaths
The deaths of two Japanese boxers, Shigetoshi Kotari and Hiromasa Urakawa, from brain injuries following a boxing event in Tokyo on August 2nd, prompted the Japan Boxing Commission to announce stricter safety measures, including pre-bout urine tests and stricter rules on rapid weight loss.
Japan to Introduce Stricter Boxing Safety Measures After Two Boxer Deaths
The deaths of two Japanese boxers, Shigetoshi Kotari and Hiromasa Urakawa, from brain injuries following a boxing event in Tokyo on August 2nd, prompted the Japan Boxing Commission to announce stricter safety measures, including pre-bout urine tests and stricter rules on rapid weight loss.
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24% Bias Score
Art Class Fosters Friendship, Recovery for Brain Injury Survivors
In Cardiff, UK, an art class called The Sketcher Project provides a supportive community for people recovering from brain injuries, allowing them to share experiences, build friendships, and reduce feelings of isolation. The class, funded by Stokes Case Management, is held weekly at Insole Court and...
Art Class Fosters Friendship, Recovery for Brain Injury Survivors
In Cardiff, UK, an art class called The Sketcher Project provides a supportive community for people recovering from brain injuries, allowing them to share experiences, build friendships, and reduce feelings of isolation. The class, funded by Stokes Case Management, is held weekly at Insole Court and...
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28% Bias Score
Dutch Health Council Links Soccer Heading to Dementia Risk, Sparking Debate on Bans
The Dutch Health Council linked frequent heading of a soccer ball to increased dementia risk, prompting neurologist Marcel Ariës to urge a ban, particularly for children, while FIFA opposes such a ban, and other countries have already implemented restrictions.
Dutch Health Council Links Soccer Heading to Dementia Risk, Sparking Debate on Bans
The Dutch Health Council linked frequent heading of a soccer ball to increased dementia risk, prompting neurologist Marcel Ariës to urge a ban, particularly for children, while FIFA opposes such a ban, and other countries have already implemented restrictions.
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40% Bias Score
New Zealand Teenager Dies Playing Dangerous Collision Sport "Run It Straight", Prompting Calls for Ban
19-year-old Ryan Satterthwaite died from head injuries after playing "Run It Straight," a dangerous collision sport gaining popularity in New Zealand and Australia. The game, involving unprotected, high-impact collisions, has led to calls for a ban, highlighting concerns about safety and social medi...
New Zealand Teenager Dies Playing Dangerous Collision Sport "Run It Straight", Prompting Calls for Ban
19-year-old Ryan Satterthwaite died from head injuries after playing "Run It Straight," a dangerous collision sport gaining popularity in New Zealand and Australia. The game, involving unprotected, high-impact collisions, has led to calls for a ban, highlighting concerns about safety and social medi...
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56% Bias Score
Canadian Teenager Suffers Severe Brain Injuries in Dominican Republic Assault
On January 14, 2024, Canadian teenager Chase Delorme-Rowan was severely injured in a brutal assault at a Punta Cana resort nightclub by a Nova Scotian man, leaving him comatose for three weeks and requiring extensive brain surgery; he is now undergoing rehabilitation.
Canadian Teenager Suffers Severe Brain Injuries in Dominican Republic Assault
On January 14, 2024, Canadian teenager Chase Delorme-Rowan was severely injured in a brutal assault at a Punta Cana resort nightclub by a Nova Scotian man, leaving him comatose for three weeks and requiring extensive brain surgery; he is now undergoing rehabilitation.
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44% Bias Score
Record £27.4 Million Payout for Life-Changing Brain Injuries
A British woman was awarded a record £27.4 million after suffering life-changing brain injuries in a car accident, rejecting initial offers of £1 million and £10 million before securing the final settlement that will cover lifetime care and rehabilitation needs.
Record £27.4 Million Payout for Life-Changing Brain Injuries
A British woman was awarded a record £27.4 million after suffering life-changing brain injuries in a car accident, rejecting initial offers of £1 million and £10 million before securing the final settlement that will cover lifetime care and rehabilitation needs.
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8% Bias Score
Fatal Blow Exposes Boxing's Safety Gaps
On April 3, 2005, Becky Zerlentes, a 34-year-old female boxer and professor, died in Denver, Colorado, after suffering a fatal blow to the head during a sanctioned boxing match; this case, alongside the 2015 death of Davey Browne Jr., highlights the lack of athlete support and consistent safety regu...
Fatal Blow Exposes Boxing's Safety Gaps
On April 3, 2005, Becky Zerlentes, a 34-year-old female boxer and professor, died in Denver, Colorado, after suffering a fatal blow to the head during a sanctioned boxing match; this case, alongside the 2015 death of Davey Browne Jr., highlights the lack of athlete support and consistent safety regu...
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40% Bias Score
Motorcycle Racer Recovers from North West 200 Crash
Motorcycle racer Jamie Coward crashed at the North West 200 race on Saturday, sustaining a concussion and leg injury; after several weeks of "brain fog", he's recovered and will race at Armoy on July 25-26.
Motorcycle Racer Recovers from North West 200 Crash
Motorcycle racer Jamie Coward crashed at the North West 200 race on Saturday, sustaining a concussion and leg injury; after several weeks of "brain fog", he's recovered and will race at Armoy on July 25-26.
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8% Bias Score
Teen Dies in Social Media Collision Game; Expert Warns of Higher Risk Than Traditional Football
A 19-year-old died after participating in Run It Straight, a social media craze involving high-speed collisions, prompting a leading Australian neurologist to label it more dangerous than traditional football codes due to the risk of severe head trauma, even death, and advocating for its ban.
Teen Dies in Social Media Collision Game; Expert Warns of Higher Risk Than Traditional Football
A 19-year-old died after participating in Run It Straight, a social media craze involving high-speed collisions, prompting a leading Australian neurologist to label it more dangerous than traditional football codes due to the risk of severe head trauma, even death, and advocating for its ban.
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56% Bias Score
NHS Launches National Program to Reduce Brain Injuries in Newborns
England's NHS is launching a national program in September 2024 to reduce brain injuries in newborns by improving maternity staff's ability to identify and respond to fetal distress and obstetric emergencies, following a successful pilot that involved 2,490 babies in 2021.
NHS Launches National Program to Reduce Brain Injuries in Newborns
England's NHS is launching a national program in September 2024 to reduce brain injuries in newborns by improving maternity staff's ability to identify and respond to fetal distress and obstetric emergencies, following a successful pilot that involved 2,490 babies in 2021.
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44% Bias Score
Rugby League Concussion Lawsuit: 64% of Assessed Players Show Signs of CTE
A lawsuit against rugby league authorities reveals that 64% of 168 assessed former players showed signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), with many reporting depression, anxiety, and memory loss; the governing bodies are accused of negligence in failing to protect players from brain injurie...
Rugby League Concussion Lawsuit: 64% of Assessed Players Show Signs of CTE
A lawsuit against rugby league authorities reveals that 64% of 168 assessed former players showed signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), with many reporting depression, anxiety, and memory loss; the governing bodies are accused of negligence in failing to protect players from brain injurie...
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48% Bias Score
Slap Fighting Debuts in Scotland Amid Brain Injury Concerns
A new slap-fighting league, BritSlap/SlapFight UK, is holding its first Scottish event in Glasgow on Saturday, despite concerns from clinicians about potential brain injuries; the sport involves unprotected head blows, and a study found high concussion rates among participants.
Slap Fighting Debuts in Scotland Amid Brain Injury Concerns
A new slap-fighting league, BritSlap/SlapFight UK, is holding its first Scottish event in Glasgow on Saturday, despite concerns from clinicians about potential brain injuries; the sport involves unprotected head blows, and a study found high concussion rates among participants.
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28% Bias Score
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