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Former Vikings QB Tommy Kramer Diagnosed with Dementia

The 69-year-old announced his diagnosis a year after being informed by doctors, inspired by Brett Favre's recent revelation of Parkinson's disease.

  • Tommy Kramer, a former Minnesota Vikings quarterback, revealed on social media that he was diagnosed with dementia in 2023.
  • Kramer, 69, stated that doctors have given him a prognosis of 2 to 10 years to live, but his condition has not advanced over the past year.
  • Inspired by Brett Favre's announcement of his Parkinson's diagnosis, Kramer decided to share his own health condition publicly.
  • Kramer emphasized the need for better medical support for retired NFL players, noting that the NFL only covers what personal insurance does not.
  • A first-round draft pick in 1977, Kramer played 13 seasons with the Vikings and was named to the Pro Bowl in 1986.
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