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Rugby players are 15 times more likely to develop motor neurone disease, research finds

A study examined health outcomes of 412 male, Scottish, former international rugby players

Wales Online

South Africa legend pinpoints priority for under-performing Welsh teams amid 'worrying' trend

The 2007 World Cup winner reveals he has spoken to one of Wales' coaching staff about the problems facing the Welsh game

Wales Online

Rugby authorities told to cut game time as study finds risk of MND is 15 times higher

Rugby officials have been called upon to cut back on competitive games after research found elite rugby players had a risk of developing motor neurone disease that was 15 times higher than the general population.

Evening Standard

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It's back into the goldfish bowl for Mike Prendergast as Munster look for new identity

The former Reds scrum-half enjoyed anonymity in Paris with Racing but it's a different story at home in Limerick as the province struggle to find their feet under much-changed management

Irish Mirror

Rugby chiefs urged to end contact training to reduce motor neurone disease risk

A study led by the University of Glasgow looked at former Scotland internationals.

The Independent UK

Rugby players 15 times more likely to develop motor neurone disease, new research finds

Research led by the University of Glasgow found evidence of an increased risk of motor neurone disease among former rugby players

The Independent UK

Today's rugby news as Warren Gatland gets new job and world bosses told to cut games

The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond

Wales Online

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Kangaroos not fussed by RLWC defectors

Australia's players claim they remain in the best position to defend their World Cup crown despite a State of Origin-calibre 17 opting to play elsewhere.

AAP

Rugby urged to cut matches as study finds players’ risk of MND is 15 times higher

The study also found increased risks of dementia and Parkinson’s disease as consultant said contact training during the week ‘should be a thing of the past’

The Guardian - UK

Study finds ex-rugby internationals' risk of neurodegenerative diseases is between two and 15 times higher than the public's

Researchers call for action to reduce the risks of head impact and traumatic brain injury in all sports, as a new study finds former men's rugby internationals have more than double the risk of neurodegenerative disease, with players' risk of motor neurone disease 15 times that of the general population.

ABC News

Rugby authorities urged to cut out contact training to reduce the risk of MND

Research led by the University of Glasgow found evidence of an increased risk of motor neurone disease among former rugby players.

The Independent UK

Warriors coach Nigel Carolan saw plenty of positives in Ospreys loss

GLASGOW WARRIORS attack coach Nigel Carolan believes that there were signs of progress in the team’s performance when losing 32-17 to the Ospreys…

The National (Scotland)

Simon Easterby names completely changed Emerging Ireland XV for Pumas clash

The coach has shuffled the pack big time.

Irish Mirror

WRU chief's salary and 2024 plan for Principality Stadium roof walk emerge in latest accounts

The Welsh Rugby Union accounts have been published

Wales Online

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Daily Mirror

Rugby players 15 times more likely to suffer devastating motor neurone disease

Scottish union legend Doddie Weir and league super star Rob Burrow are among the rugby players diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease - which kills nerves that carry messages from the brain to muscles

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Cardiff captain admits things are 'not pretty' and Williams in hammer blow

The latest rugby stories from Wales and beyond

The Independent UK

England dealt injury blow as Jamie George ruled out of autumn series

George will miss next month’s Tests against Argentina, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa

The Independent UK

England hooker Jamie George ruled out of autumn internationals with foot injury

The 31-year-old Saracens player is expected to be sidelined for around 10 weeks.

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Wales Online

Alphonsi encouraging Red Roses to take inspiration from Lionesses ahead of World Cup

Flanker was the headline act when England claimed the title seven years ago

Wales Online

Dai Young warns players they face consequences as Cardiff vow to uphold reputation

The outcome of the investigation is likely to be known by the end of the week

Irish Mirror

Damian Browne was seconds from disaster after hitting rocks before triumphant return to Galway in rowing record

He described it as a "very tense and stressful" night in an emotional video

The Guardian - UK

Red Roses the team to beat in World Cup that could redefine rugby

The Women’s Rugby World Cup should be a landmark for the sport. The one snag? England might just be too good

Wales Online

Rugby star Bryony Cleall ready to prove doubters wrong with new documentary

Cleall was speaking at the launch of the new 'Wear the Rose' documentary following the England women's rugby team

Daily Mirror

Almost half of 180 ex-rugby players believe they have long-term brain problem

England World Cup winner Steve Thompson is among the players leading a legal case against rugby bosses over the long-term brain injuries sustained during their playing days

Wales Online

Today's rugby news as Dai Young to be quizzed on 'appalling' player allegations

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and beyond today

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