A CHI Health neurologist who treats and studies Parkinson's has a personal connection to the disease: Her father-in-law, who played in the NFL, was later diagnosed with the condition.

Brett Favre's Parkinson's diagnosis emphasizes the need for better concussion prevention measures in football to protect player health and safety.

Brett Favre, former star quarterback for the Green Bay Packers, disclosed Tuesday that he was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, The New York Times reports, which was likely caused by countless concussions he suffered through his long career.

On Tuesday, former NFL quarterback Brett Favre revealed he has Parkinson's disease. Favre said five specialists told him they believed it was likely due to the hits he suffered while calling signals in the NFL.

NFL hall of fame quarterback recently disclosed his Parkinson's disease diagnosis. Here's what Favre said about his diagnosis.

F ormer Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre said that he has been recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre told a congressional committee Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

A neurologist who treats and studies Parkinson's has a personal connection to the disease: Her father-in-law, who played in the NFL, was later diagnosed with the condition.

There wasn't much to write home about when it came to NFL legend Brett Favre's lone season as a New York Jet in 2008. Yes, Favre had a Pro Bowl season, but he threw an eye-watering 22 interceptions and the Jets didn't make the playoffs that year.