Another good reason us lot should stop playing contact sports. Australian Rules Football article, including debate over the use of helmets.:-
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Several concussions later - many of which were sustained during his 66 games with Melbourne - the 25-year-old is seeking compensation over a brain injury.
Doctors found Bell's cognitive function had deteriorated significantly and linked this to his history of concussions.
Despite recent improvements due to a brain-training program, Bell struggles to remember words and names when he is tired or feels strained.
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http://news.brisbanetimes.com.au/bre...330-1cg0z.html