Hall of Fame Packers quarterback Bart Starr has been in failing health for several months, but his family said in a statement released today that there is some room for optimism, thanks to an experimental treatment.
“Following Bart’s strokes, our family began to investigate numerous therapy options. Several months ago we applied for and were accepted into a clinical trial using stem cells. Friday we safely returned home from the first of the two treatments,” the Starr family said. “While we welcome everyone’s interest and support of Bart’s health, at this time, we’d like to allow him a chance to fully participate in the clinical trial and let the results, if any, to speak for themselves.