"I recently did an interview and had a lapse in judgment, which resulted in me making a tasteless joke about CTE and asthma. It was never my intention to downplay the seriousness of head injuries or asthma."
"A study by the Boston University CTE Center in 2023 showed that more than 40% of youth, high school and college athletes who were exposed to repetitive head impacts from contact sports and died before age 30 were diagnosed with CTE."
"Asthma affected an estimated 262 million people in 2019, according to the World Health Organization."
Cam Skattebo, a New York Giants running back, faced backlash for comments made during a podcast where he dismissed CTE and asthma as excuses. He later apologized on social media, expressing regret for his tasteless joke and emphasizing the importance of being respectful towards serious health issues. Medical studies indicate the severe risks associated with CTE, particularly among athletes. Skattebo's remarks about asthma also drew criticism, as he agreed with the notion that it is an excuse, which contradicts the reality of the condition affecting millions worldwide.
Read at ESPN.com
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