Anne McKee's Mission to Understand and Combat CTE

Anne McKee, a neuropathologist, has dedicated her career to studying degenerative brain diseases, specifically Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). CTE results from repeated head trauma and is prevalent in athletes and military personnel. McKee's research, which involves post-mortem brain examinations, has highlighted the connection between contact sports like football and CTE. Despite initial resistance, she persevered in proving the existence and risks of CTE, advocating for prevention and early detection.