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Radio Tees,3 mins

Should heading a ball be a public health issue?

Available for over a year

Research suggests footballers are more likely to die from a neurodegenerative disease, as a result of heading the football, with former Middlesbrough defender Bill Gates a recent example. Stuart Whincup speaks to ex-footballer Gary Pallister to find out more.

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