Brett Favre Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis Linked to NFL Head Trauma

The former NFL star disclosed his condition during a Congressional hearing on welfare reform, attributing it to concussions from his football career.

Brett Favre announced his Parkinson's disease diagnosis, which he believes is due to head trauma from his NFL career.
Favre's symptoms began with difficulties using his right arm for everyday tasks, leading to his diagnosis in January after consulting five specialists.
Favre revealed his condition during testimony at a Congressional hearing on welfare reform, where he is involved in a legal case concerning welfare fund misuse.
The Hall of Fame quarterback estimates he experienced thousands of concussions during his 20-year NFL career, though only a few were officially diagnosed.
Favre expressed gratitude for the public's support and hopes his diagnosis will raise awareness about the links between head trauma and Parkinson's disease.