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Tom Seaver, like Robin Williams, had Lewy body dementia, but what is this strange illness? A neurologist explains

  • Written by Melissa J. Armstrong, Associate Professor, Neurology, University of Florida
imageTom Seaver at Shea Stadium in Flushing, N.Y. in 1969, when he led the once 'Lovable Losers' to the World Series. The Mets won, and many cited Seaver's pitching mastery and leadership. Focus On Sport/Getty Images

Lewy body dementia was highlighted in the news twice this week with the death of Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver from Lewy body dementia...

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