Rick Sobey
Rick Sobey is a multimedia, general assignment reporter -- covering breaking news, politics and more across the region. He was most recently a reporter at The Lowell Sun. Rick is a Massachusetts native and graduated from Boston University. While not reporting, he enjoys long-distance running.
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Boston University researchers say CTE is a cause of dementia
Boston University researchers say CTE is a cause of dementia: 'Evidence of a robust association between CTE and dementia'

How many steps do you need? Researchers found 4,000 steps led to benefits for older group
‘We could reduce mortality and cardiovascular disease risk across the country.’

Glioblastoma brain cancer research: Study provides glimmer of hope
Glioblastoma brain cancer research: Mass General Brigham study provides a glimmer of hope for patients

These researchers are trying to diagnose CTE during life. They’re recruiting former football players
Former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck signed up.

Alzheimer’s disease study: researchers create at-home smell test for early detection
Alzheimer's disease study: Boston researchers create at-home smell test for early detection

CTE study of 77 dead hockey players: Risk for brain disease increased with each year played
The Boston University CTE Center study of 77 dead male ice hockey players showed that the risk for the brain disease jumped by 34% with each year played.

Study: Air pollution tied to higher rates of head, neck cancer
“Our study highlights the need to improve air quality standards in order to decrease the risk of developing cancer, including head and neck cancer,” a researcher said.

Long COVID study could be a ‘game changer’: AI can identify hidden cases from health records
Long COVID study could be a 'game changer': AI can identify hidden cases from patient health records.

High Adderall doses tied to increased psychosis, mania risk: study
People who are taking high doses of Adderall face an increased risk for developing psychosis or mania, according to a new Mass General Brigham study.

Study: Inconsistent sleep leads to higher risk of type 2 diabetes
Boston researchers found that people with irregular sleep patterns had a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to those who got more consistent sleep.
