Concussion & CTE Foundation

Concussion & CTE Foundation The Concussion & CTE Foundation's mission is to support athletes, veterans & all affected by brain trauma.

02/26/2026

Jon Reese is a former Yale football captain and a National Lacrosse Hall of Famer. He played hard, he played angry, and he never wanted to come off the field.

Years later, symptoms followed him into every part of life. Trauma compounded trauma. After 9/11, the weight of PTSD only deepened what his brain was already carrying. It wasn’t until someone finally asked about his contact sports history that things began to make sense.

Today, Jon shares his story so others don’t have to suffer in silence. Because help exists. And hope is real when you know where to turn.

Our team is helping Jon get the care he deserves, and we can help you too. If you or someone you love is struggling with suspected CTE symptoms, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Reach out at ConcussionAndCTE.org/HelpLine

02/25/2026

Today we remember Lionel James Sr., an electrifying running back who won an SEC championship at Auburn and broke records with the San Diego Chargers.

Standing at 5-foot-6, “Little Train” James prided himself as the toughest, fastest, wittiest, and most competitive athlete on any field.

By his late 40s, however, Lionel’s wife Kesha saw her husband becoming more aggressive, erratic, and even violent. He was diagnosed with dementia at that time and believed he was living with symptoms of CTE.

When Lionel passed away at age 59, Kesha donated his brain to the UNITE Brain Bank, where researchers confirmed her husband had stage 3 CTE.

Kesha shares their story to highlight that CTE affects entire families, not just individuals. Watch the full video:
https://youtu.be/8p3b_-KT76w

02/25/2026

CTE isn’t just a problem for older, pro athletes.

After examining the brains of 152 contact sport participants who had died under age 30, researchers at led by Dr. Ann McKee, discovered 41.4 percent had signs of CTE. More than 70 percent of those diagnosed were amateur athletes who’d played sports like football, ice hockey, soccer, rugby, and wrestling.

Protecting athletes starts long before symptoms appear.
Fewer hits. Smarter rules. Better habits in practice and play.

Our CTE Prevention Protocol lays out practical steps for coaches, parents, and sports organizations to reduce repetitive head impacts and protect long-term brain health.
➡️ Download it today at the link in our bio.

There’s no cure for CTE right now.But there are ways to manage symptoms tied to suspected CTE.Therapy. Medication suppor...
02/23/2026

There’s no cure for CTE right now.
But there are ways to manage symptoms tied to suspected CTE.

Therapy. Medication support. Sleep and mood care. Cognitive strategies.
Small changes that add up to steadier days.

The path can feel messy, but we can help you make it clear. Need help finding a doctor? Our HelpLine team will walk you to the next right step.
➡️ Reach out today at ConcussionAndCTE.org/HelpLine

Take it from golden boy , hockey players should always take concussions seriously! We’re sending Jack & his teammates a ...
02/23/2026

Take it from golden boy , hockey players should always take concussions seriously!

We’re sending Jack & his teammates a big congrats after their gold medal win on Sunday! 🏒🥇

We’re proud to partner with USA Hockey for our Team Up Against Concussions campaign each year where athletes like Jack share how important it is to look after your teammates & speak up when you think they have a concussion. 💙

Learn more about our partnership with USA Hockey at the link in our stories.

Warning: this story contains mentions of su***de that may be triggering to some.This week, we’re remembering Steve Murra...
02/21/2026

Warning: this story contains mentions of su***de that may be triggering to some.

This week, we’re remembering Steve Murra, who passed away ten years ago with CTE. Steve started playing rugby in his teens and played for more than 20 years before starting the women’s rugby program at the University of Northern Iowa (UNI). At UNI, he became a beloved and extremely successful coach.

In adulthood, Steve began experiencing shifts in his mood and demeanor as well as headaches. He died by su***de on February 20, 2016 at the age of 47. His family donated his brain to the UNITE Brain Bank, where researchers diagnosed him with stage 2 CTE.

His wife Jennifer watched for 10 years as her husband disappeared. Now, she keeps his legacy alive by sharing his story. Read the full story on our website at the link below: https://concussionandcte.org/personal-stories/legacy-stories/steve-murra/

Elana Meyers Taylor just won gold in the monobob final. 🥇 But years earlier, a concussion nearly derailed her bobsleddin...
02/20/2026

Elana Meyers Taylor just won gold in the monobob final. 🥇 But years earlier, a concussion nearly derailed her bobsledding career entirely.

At the fourth World Cup race of the 2014-15 season in Koenigssee, Germany, Meyers Taylor and brakewoman Cherrelle Garrett crashed during their second run. They finished the race, but the impact left Meyers Taylor with a concussion. Through the recovery process, she learned the dangers of trying to push through a brain injury and became a concussion advocate.

Now symptom-free, Meyers Taylor is committed to helping other athletes long after her days as a bobsled pilot are over. She pledged to donate her brain to the Concussion & CTE Foundation in 2018 to support research on concussions and chronic traumatic encephalopathy.

Her journey from a devastating crash in Koenigssee to standing atop the Olympic podium is more than a comeback story. It’s a testament to resilience, perspective, and commitment to protecting the future of sport long after the medals are won.

Today we remember Duquan Myers, who passed away nine years ago today at the age of 26. After his death, researchers exa...
02/19/2026

Today we remember Duquan Myers, who passed away nine years ago today at the age of 26. After his death, researchers examined his brain and diagnosed him with stage 1 CTE. Duquan played football for seven years starting in the sixth grade. He had not played past high school and his mother says he never had a concussion that she knew of. She now shares his story to spread awareness of CTE and urges parents to think carefully about youth football.

In honor of CTE Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the symptoms often associated with CTE. These challenges can affect ...
02/17/2026

In honor of CTE Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the symptoms often associated with CTE. These challenges can affect many aspects of life including mood, behavior, thinking and memory, and sleep. It’s important to remember that experiencing these symptoms does not necessarily mean someone has CTE. They may be related to concussions, other effects of repetitive head impacts (such as white matter changes), or may be entirely unrelated to head trauma.

No matter the cause, these symptoms can be treated, and the Concussion & CTE Foundation HelpLine is here to connect you with a doctor who can help treat these symptoms and provide additional support.
➡️ Reach out to us at ConcussionAndCTE.org/HelpLine

02/15/2026

Memory problems. Mood changes. Sleep issues.

When those signs start stacking up, it can feel like you’re carrying it alone.

You’re not.

As Dr. Dan Daneshvar explains, many CTE symptoms can be managed. The right care. The right plan. The right support. Step by step.

If you need help finding a doctor or you just need someone who gets it, our HelpLine is here for you. ➡️ Reach out at ConcussionAndCTE.org/HelpLine

CTE prevention starts with understanding. Education is a core pillar of any effective CTE prevention protocol.That’s why...
02/12/2026

CTE prevention starts with understanding. Education is a core pillar of any effective CTE prevention protocol.

That’s why the Concussion & CTE Foundation, in collaboration with the BU CTE Center, developed a new CTE Fact Sheet, a clear, science-based resource designed to make it easier for sports organizations and teams to build their own prevention protocols.

No jargon. No guesswork. Just the facts leaders, coaches, and families need to reduce risk and protect athletes.

This fact sheet explains what CTE is, what causes it, and why reducing repetitive head impacts matters — giving organizations a practical foundation they can put to work right away.

Because safer sports are built on knowledge.

02/12/2026

In honor of CTE Awareness Month, Dr. Michael Alosco of is sharing a key truth about CTE.

CTE isn’t shaped by one or two concussions.
It develops after thousands of repetitive head impacts over time.

Every hit matters. Understanding this shifts the focus from isolated injuries to long-term exposure, and underscores why prevention and limiting repeated head impacts is so important.

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