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19/06/2019
Rob Bonnet talks to Bennet Omalu, the pathologist who rocked American football with his research into the brain injuries sustained by players in the National Football League.
ExtraTime’s Rob Bonnet talks to Bennet Omalu, the pathologist who rocked American football with his research into the brain injuries sustained by players in the National Football League. His findings on physical and psychological damage were initially rejected but finally acknowledged – in part at least – by the game’s authorities. Can the rough and tumble of contact sport ever be made safe?
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Rob Bonnet |
| Interviewed Guest | Omalu, Bennett |
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- Wed 19 Jun 201903:30GMTBBC News Channel BBC News UK & BBC News UK HD only
- Wed 19 Jun 201923:30GMTBBC News Channel BBC News UK & BBC News UK HD only