Legendary NFL quarterback Brett Favre revealed he was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease while testifying at a congressional hearing on welfare misspending and reform on Tuesday.
“Sadly, I also lost an investment in a company that I believed was developing a breakthrough concussion drug I thought would help others,” Favre, 54, said before the House Ways and Means Committee hearing, which focused on the need for “guardrails” when it comes to dispersing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds.
“I’m sure you’ll understand, while 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 revealed his diagnosis while discussing Prevacus, the concussion drug company Favre invested in that’s no longer in use.
Favre, who played 20 NFL seasons, said he suffered “thousands” of concussions in his pro career during an appearance on “The Bubba Army” radio show in August 2022.
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