Behind the race to detect — and treat — brain-disease CTE before it kills

The recent tragic shooting in Midtown Manhattan, carried out by Shane Tamura, highlights the urgent need to understand chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a brain disease often linked to NFL players. This incident not only resulted in the loss of lives, including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam, but also serves as a grim reminder of the potential consequences of CTE, which can only be diagnosed posthumously. As awareness grows, it’s crucial to push for better detection and treatment options to prevent further tragedies related to this devastating condition.