By Daily Mail (U.S.) | Created at 2024-09-24 15:11:21 | Updated at 2024-09-30 17:19:52
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NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre has revealed he was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at the age of 54.
The Packers legend revealed the shocking health update while speaking at a Congressional hearing on welfare misspending and reform.
While testifying, Favre read from pre-written notes and began speaking about the now-defunct drug company Prevacus, in which he was the top outside investor.
'Sadly, I also lost an investment in a company that I believed was developing a breakthrough concussion drug I thought would help others,' he said.
'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.'
