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Latest News: Brett Favre Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease

Former NFL quarterback and Super Bowl champion Brett Favre stated during a September 24 congressional hearing he was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

According to The Los Angeles Times, the 54-year-old spoke in front of the House Ways and Means Committee for a hearing about welfare accountability and reform, including allegations he and others used Mississippi state funds for personal and corporate gains. He discussed his support and investment in Prevacus, a drug company working to create a concussion treatment, when he revealed his health update.

“I’m sure you’ll understand why it’s too late for me, because I’ve recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. This is also a cause dear to my heart,” Favre said.

The Cleveland Clinic defines Parkinson’s disease as a degenerative brain condition that can cause symptoms such as tremors and balance problems. Boxing great Muhammad Ali, Brett favre scandal.