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Why blood thinners sideline Jalen Hurts

Original: How do blood thinners work and why can't Jalen Hurts play while on them? https://www. nytimes.com/athletic/7704810/2 026

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is reportedly unable to play while taking blood thinners, prompting an explainer from The Athletic on how the medication works. Blood thinners prevent blood from clotting normally, and the resulting bleeding risk makes playing in a full-contact sport like football unsafe until treatment ends.

Why now: Hurts is reportedly sidelined by a medical issue requiring blood thinners, raising questions among fans about the risk involved.

Jalen HurtsPhiladelphia EaglesThe New York TimesNFL

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• How do blood thinners work and why can't Jalen Hurts play while on them? https://www. nytimes.com/athletic/7704810/2 026/10/19/jalen-hurts-blood-thinners-explainer-eagles/ Blood thinners prevent blood from clotting normally, which can have an adverse effect if a player is… · athletic@sportsfeed.me

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