As time went on, speaking became increasingly difficult, eventually causing him to put his reporting duties on hold.įortunately, Pegues managed to get treatment for his spasmodic dysphonia, which allowed him to return to his journalistic role. In an interview with CBS News, Pegues shared that his voice started to change about five years ago. Despite facing this challenge, Pegues has been open about his condition and used his position to raise awareness about spasmodic dysphonia and its impact on his career.
This condition can significantly affect a person’s voice, causing the voice to become strained, shaky, or even interrupted by gasping for air. CBS News reporter Jeff Peggs has been diagnosed with spasmodic dysphonia, a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary muscle contractions in the larynx.
