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Lou Ruvo Center Studies Fighters' Brains

What happens to a fighter's brain after knockouts, concussions and blows ot the head? Some of them might develop dementia or other problems. A study by the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health aims to find out which fighters are more prone to brain damage, and how it occurs.

Sarah Banks, head, neuropsychology program, Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health

Frank Slaughter, boxing trainer

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