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

01/15/2026

Did you catch this massive fight during intermission of a recent AHL game? Even worse, did you notice how many people were cheering on the 8 year olds online? Dr. reminds us why this isn’t something to celebrate.

The science is clear. The longer someone plays hockey, the higher their risk of developing CTE. That risk exists before you add fighting to the ice.

Children can’t fully understand these long-term risks, which means it’s up to parents and adults to protect their brain health while they’re young.

Stop Hitting Kids in the Head.

01/13/2026

Life with Post-Concussion Syndrome can feel unpredictable.

Thinking, learning, working, and connecting can take more energy than before.
Even the things that used to feel automatic may now take planning and patience.

It’s difficult, but there are ways to cope to make your daily life with PCS more manageable.

➡️ Swipe for practical tips to help you live with PCS, one step at a time.

And if you need help finding your next step, we’ll walk with you.
Our free HelpLine connects you to providers, support, and real guidance.
ConcussionandCTE.org/HelpLine

01/12/2026

Ryan Evans knows what it’s like when the world slows down after a concussion.

For more than three years, post-concussion symptoms shaped every part of his day. Reading was hard. Exercise wasn’t possible. School had to pause. Life narrowed.

Then Ryan built a treatment plan with a concussion clinic. Step by step, things changed.

Today, he’s back in school on a pre-med track. His goal is to become a doctor and open a concussion clinic of his own so others don’t have to find their way alone.

Thank you, Ryan, for sharing your story! 💙

If you relate to struggling like Ryan did, there is a way to feel better. Our free HelpLine connects you to providers, peer support, and personalized resources - so your next step feels clearer than the last. 🧠

➡️ Reach out to our team at ConcussionAndCTE.org/HelpLine.

01/11/2026

We’re wishing our friends good luck at the Golden Globe Awards tonight!

We loved this conversation with Dax, Monica & our CEO , spreading the word about CTE - it’s symptoms, causes, risks, prevention and prevalence, including ’s 2017 study revealing they diagnosed 110 of the first 111 former NFL players they studied with CTE.

The latest data shows 345 of 376 former NFL players diagnosed. The numbers are clear, and research shows CTE risk is related to how many times an athlete gets hit in the head and the strength of those hits.

Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts or watch on YouTube.

01/10/2026

Daniel Gamache was raised in Walpole, MA where he spent most of his time competing on sports fields and sharing laughs with teammates. Nicknamed “Goot” in high school, Dan was a loyal friend to many.

In September of 2024, Dan passed away at the age of 51. His family donated his brain to the UNITE Brain Bank, where researchers diagnosed him with stage 1 CTE. After learning of their father’s diagnosis, Dan’s daughters Ava and Amber were inspired to take action.

The pair hosted a fundraiser last month, on what would have been Dan’s birthday, to honor his life and legacy, raising support for the Concussion & CTE Foundation’s mission to End CTE. Their event, “Forever Gooter: A Night of Love, Legacy and Awareness” raised more than $20,000.

“I hope to turn the pain of that experience into something positive—raising awareness, funding research, and helping other families who may be going through the same thing,” said Ava of the event.

We are deeply grateful to Dan’s loved ones, and to all of the incredible individuals who fundraise on our behalf, to help advance our work and move us closer to ending CTE. 💙

01/09/2026

The headaches. The dizziness. The sensitivity to light and noise.

Concussion symptoms often show up all at once, overwhelming & life-altering. And then they leave slowly one by one.

To the outside world, they’re invisible. No cast. No crutches. No obvious signs. But inside, they can be debilitating - affecting daily life in ways that are hard to explain and even harder to endure.

If you’re living with PCS, remember healing isn’t linear, and invisibility doesn’t mean insignificance.

Check out our post-concussion podcast, Invisible Impact, to hear more from and others who have been there. 🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

01/07/2026

You don’t need to start tackle young to be a great football player. Waiting until high school to play tackle football didn’t hold back some of the NFL’s GOATs. 🐐 Swipe to see 5 of the NFL’s greatest who didn’t play tackle before high school.

01/06/2026

Protecting kids’ brains shouldn’t be controversial. It should be standard.

Our CEO & co-founder, neuroscientist , joined to break down where CTE research is moving, what we’re learning from football and wrestling, and why cases like Aaron Hernandez and Chris Benoit are so significant today.

Catch Chris’ episode of wherever you get your podcasts.

01/05/2026

During recovery, the brain is especially vulnerable to re-injury. In rare cases, a second concussion sustained before full healing can trigger rapid and severe brain swelling. This rare condition is known as Second Impact Syndrome (SIS). Approximately half of SIS patients die from their injuries, and survivors often face lifelong disability.

No athlete, at any level, should return to play with a suspected concussion. When in doubt, sit it out.

01/03/2026

One concussion can change a young life. And repeated head impacts can add up in ways a developing brain isn’t built to handle. The science is clear: reducing those hits protects kids now and long after the season ends.

Many sports have already made changes to limit repetitive head impacts and keep young athletes safe. Football is one of the few that has not. We’re working hard to make sure all sports protect children’s vulnerable brains — so parents don’t have to choose between the sport their child loves and the brain they need for life.

12/30/2025

Celebrating New Year’s Eve with a concussion? 🪩 We’ve got you covered with 5 tips to help you enjoy the festivities while protecting your recovery. 🧠

12/29/2025

Today, we remember former Stanford football player Matthew Traverso. Multiple concussions in high school and college changed the course of Matt’s life. He felt the impact long after his playing days were over.

“Matt was a shining light… gregarious, funny, engaging. That’s what made it so hard to see him diminished in the final years of his life,” shared his brother, Joe Traverso.

After Matt passed away four years ago today at age 37, his family honored his wishes and donated his brain to the UNITE Brain Bank, where researchers diagnosed him with CTE. Matt hoped his donation would help others and move the science forward.

Now, Joe leads a team in our Race to End CTE in Matt’s memory — fueling progress in prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and support.

We’re holding the Traverso family in our hearts today, and we’re grateful for the clarity and courage Matt continues to bring to this mission.

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