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.

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.

The embattled former Green Bay quarterback made the surprising disclosure as he testified about possible misuse of taxpayer money.

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

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.

"I've been recently diagnosed with Parkinson's," Favre said at a Congressional hearing on the misuse of welfare funds.

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.