Former NFL Player Named In Mass Shooting In South Carolina

Former NFL Player Named In Mass Shooting In South Carolina

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The transcript covers a mass shooting in South Carolina, where Adams, a former NFL player, shot six people, killing five before taking his own life. The victims included Dr. Robert Leslie, his family, and a worker. Adams had a history of concussions, raising questions about CTE's role in his actions. Experts discuss the potential link between CTE and violent behavior, noting Adams' profile fits the disease. A study found CTE in 110 out of 111 deceased NFL players, highlighting the risks of repeated head trauma.

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What were the reported effects of CTE as mentioned by Doctor Julian Bailes?

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What did the 2017 Boston University study find regarding NFL players and CTE?

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