BU researcher behind new CTE study explains why brain damage may occur before CTE appears

September 23, 2025 at 7:08 pm EDT

A new study by Boston University shows that brain damage in young contact-sport athletes may be visible years before CTE appears.

Boston 25 News’ Kerry Kavanaugh spoke with the co-author of the study, Dr. Jonathan Cherry.

He told us repetitive head impacts from contact sports like football can result in neuron loss, inflammation, and vascular damage.

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