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Brett Favre Addresses Report that He Has ‘Given up Hope’ as He Battles Parkinson’s
Brett Favre says he is fighting Parkinson’s disease despite symptoms progressing faster than expected and thanks supporters for their prayers and concerns.
- Wednesday’s post from Favre on X denied reports claiming he has given up hope in his Parkinson’s battle.
- Following a viral post on Tuesday, January 6, social-media personality Dov Kleiman asserted Favre had given up, while some coverage interpreted his December 29 4th and Favre podcast remarks differently.
- On his podcast, Favre detailed physical symptoms including rigidity and stiffness on his right side, comparing morning stiffness to a 2x4, and said medication eases muscles, but picking up a dime can take five minutes.
- Speaking to TMZ Sports, Favre said `I have absolutely not given up and I am fighting till the end` and reiterated on X that reports he quit were false, acknowledging his condition progressed faster but remains thankful.
- On prospects for treatment, Favre noted there is no known cure and he prays there will be one someday, referencing Michael J. Fox and Muhammad Ali as high-profile Parkinson's figures.
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Brett Favre denies he has 'given up hope' in Parkinson's battle. 'I am fighting till the end'
Brett Favre denies reports claiming that he has given up hope battling Parkinson's disease. The Hall of Fame quarterback said recently he feels blessed while hoping for a future cure.
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