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NEWS & NEWSLETTERS
Jan. 21, 2026

NFL Alumni and Alzheimer’s Association: Huddling Up for Black Men’s Brain Health

The NFL Alumni Health community joins the Alzheimer’s Association to support the fifth annual Black Men’s Brain Health Conference in Oakland, advancing awareness, research participation, and equitable care for Black men.

Football Players Health Study
Jan. 14, 2026

Bringing Insights Home to Alumni: The Football Players Health Study at Harvard

Harvard’s Football Players Health Study reveals long-term health insights for former NFL players, offering practical strategies for mobility, brain, heart, and wellness.

Football Players Health Study
Nov. 18, 2025

Tackling Prostate Cancer: Mike Haynes and the Brotherhood That Beats the Odds

NFL legend Mike Haynes leads prostate cancer awareness, sharing his early screening story and urging former players and men to get screened and break stigma for better outcomes.

Mike Haynes
August 2025

Legends of Longevity: Ray Lewis & Emmitt Smith Lead Powerful Conversation on Healthy Aging and Caregiving

Hall of Fame legends Emmitt Smith and Ray Lewis share healthy aging, caregiving insights and resources from the NFL Alumni Huddle for Health Symposium to support lifelong well-being.

Mike Haynes
July 2025

See the Future: How Vision Tech Is Changing the Game for NFL Alumni

NFL Alumni Health highlights Healthy Vision Awareness, exploring AI-enhanced eye care, augmented vision tech, and vision-brain health insights to help retired players protect sight and independence.

Mike Haynes
Mar 18, 2025

NFL Alumni Health and DEA Continue the Fight Against Fentanyl at Super Bowl LVIII

NFL Alumni Health and DEA partner at Super Bowl LVIII to spotlight the deadly fentanyl crisis, educate communities, and expand the “One Pill Can Kill” public safety campaign.

Mike Haynes
Mar 18, 2025

Good Enough Isn’t: Jaime R. Garza, MD, DDS & Senior Medical Advisor NFLA HEALTH

Dr. Jaime Garza’s journey from NFL athlete to elite surgeon highlights persistence, innovation, and his leadership in advancing athlete health and regenerative medicine through NFL Alumni Health.

Mike Haynes
Mar 18, 2025

Where Are They Now? Art Still Goes to Washington: A Mission Bigger Than Football

NFL legend Art Still turns his rare hATTR amyloidosis diagnosis into advocacy on Capitol Hill, raising awareness, urging early detection, and supporting genetic testing for better health outcomes.

Mike Haynes
Mar 18, 2025

Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Monthl

Dexter W.J. Davis shares his early-onset Alzheimer’s journey, raising brain health awareness, encouraging diagnosis, support, and understanding of Alzheimer’s and dementia during Alzheimer’s & Brain Health Awareness Month.

Mike Haynes
Mar 18, 2025

NFL Alumni, Mental Health Awareness, and the Shared Journey of Dexter W.J. Davis

Dexter W.J. Davis and the South Carolina NFL Alumni chapter champion mental health awareness, sharing his personal challenges, support partnerships, and resources to break stigma and support former players.

Mike Haynes
Mar 18, 2025

Testicular Cancer Awareness: A Call for Action

NFL Alumni Health urges testicular cancer awareness, partners with Urology Care Foundation to educate on risk, promote early detection, reduce stigma, and provide educational resources.

Mike Haynes

Newsletter Issue 2, 2025

NFL Alumni Health Q2 2025 newsletter highlights health awareness campaigns, Super Bowl week symposium insights, partner spotlights, stories of advocacy, and resources on testicular cancer, mental health, and Alzheimer’s.

Dec 17, 2024

Rolf Benirschke’s Journey of Resilience and Advocacy

Former NFL kicker Rolf Benirschke shares his health struggles with Crohn’s and hepatitis C, championing patient advocacy, destigmatizing chronic illness, and promoting care access for others.

Mike Haynes
Dec 17, 2024

Cortina Health – Personalized Dermatology for NFL Alumni

Cortina Health partners with NFL Alumni Health to provide personalized, accessible dermatology care for members and families, using advanced tech and tailored treatment plans for 3,000+ conditions.

Mike Haynes
Dec 16, 2024

Study Insights: Heart Health in the NFL Alumni Community

The HUDDLE study reveals high cardiovascular risk among NFL alumni: 89.8% had elevated blood pressure, 61.8% structural heart abnormalities, and low hypertension awareness, underscoring need for regular screening.

Mike Haynes
Dec 16, 2024

Q&A with Dr. Holly Geyer

Dr. Holly Geyer, Mayo Clinic internist and addiction specialist, discusses her motivation, focus on addiction screening and prevention, and health priorities for NFL alumni wellness.

Mike Haynes

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