Footballer David May shares dementia fears - 'I've got a family to look after'
Footballer David May shares dementia fears - 'I've got a family to look after'
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Former footballer David May openly shared his concerns about dementia, a topic that has become hotly debated in connection with football, while on BBC Breakfast with Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty this Friday morning. The subject came up after the FA's decision to limit intentional heading in youth games across England due to health implications.
In a candid chat with Naga, David May admitted worriedly that he'd headed the ball around 20,000 times during his pro years, stating: "I didn't know anything, it's only really coming to light now that this is coming out.". Looking ahead, the 54 year old is uneasy about what the next decade holds for him, expressing concern over whether he will receive adequate support from sports governing entities.
Seeking reassurance, Naga probed about the possibility of him having symptoms as David voiced his unease: "It's worrying. Yeah, I'm worried, of course I am. I've got a family to look after. I don't want my children looking after me day in and day out.".
David continued: "Care does cost a lot of money and the money that's going into the PFA, is it enough money to care for the future generations, who one in three have a possibility of getting dementia?". It was also disclosed by John Stiles that his father, the legendary Nobby Stiles, had to auction off his medals to afford necessary medical care, reports the Manchester Evening News.
