Brett Favre tells Congress he’s been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease

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Brett Favre tells Congress he’s been diagnosed with Parkinson’s ********

Extended: Brett Favre talks life after football

Extended: Brett Favre talks life after football

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WASHINGTON — Hall of Fame NFL quarterback Brett Favre said during testimony before Congress Tuesday he’s been diagnosed with Parkinson’s ********.

Favre revealed the diagnosis before the House Ways and Means Committee in Washington. The ***********-led congressional committee is examining how states are falling short on using ******** to help families in need.

Favre said he has repaid more than $1 million in fees for speeches he never delivered and for radio spots that were paid for from the Mississippi ******** fund. Favre has denied wrongdoing and sued the state auditor and two sportscasters for defamation over the scandal.

Favre spent most of his career with the Green Bay Packers, winning a Super Bowl and three MVP awards. He finished his career with the Minnesota Vikings.

What is Parkinson’s ********?  

Parkinson’s ******** is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement, often causing tremors. In the ******* States, about 500,000 people are diagnosed with the ********, according to the 

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. But given many people go undiagnosed, the actual number may be much higher.

While a tremor is perhaps the most recognizable symptom of Parkinson’s, the ******** can also cause stiffness, slowed movement, stiffness, impaired balance and speech changes. The cause of Parkinson’s is unknown but scientists believe several factors play a role, including genetics, environmental triggers and other health conditions.  

Currently, there is no known cure for Parkinson’s ********, but a variety of medications can provide relief from symptoms. In some more advanced cases, surgery may be advised.

Many other celebrities have gone public with their battles with Parkinson’s, including Neil Diamond, Richard Lewis and Michael J. Fox.   

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Note: The video above originally aired Oct. 10, 2023.

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