Mike Webster
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Mike Webster was a former NFL player known for his contributions to the Pittsburgh Steelers and is recognized as the first athlete diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) after his death. His case brought significant attention to the long-term impacts of concussions in contact sports, influencing ongoing research and discussions about player safety and health.
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Mike Webster is Evelyn's son who, along with Tom, held a memorial service for her.
Evelyn Webster, first Kiwi at Wimbledon, dies aged 101The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-08-31
New Zealand· 2025-08-31
Mike Webster was a cornerstone of the Pittsburgh Steelers 1970s-era dynasty and became the NFL’s first CTE case after his death.
Brain injuries and legal battles: the NFL’s persistent problem with CTE | NFLThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2025-07-29
United Kingdom· 2025-07-29
Mike Webster was the first former NFL player found to have CTE.
"Cette prise de parole est du pain béni": les responsables médicaux en charge des commotions dans le rugby réagissent au récent témoignage de Sébastien ChabalMonaco-Matin – newspaper covering the Principality of Monaco·
Monaco· 2025-04-16
Monaco· 2025-04-16
