President Donald Trump Undergoes Annual Medical Check-up
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Donald Trump, the oldest person to be sworn in as US president, underwent his annual medical examination at Walter Reed national military medical center. The examination, which lasted over five hours, is expected to generate a flattering report that will provide the first public details about Trump’s health since an attempted assassination in July. Despite having kept his own health information largely private, Trump has been described as in “very good shape”, and a report from the White House physician is expected to be released soon.
Trump’s Annual Medical Examination Reveals First Public Details
Donald Trump, the oldest man to become US president, went through his annual medical examination last Friday. Trump expressed his vigor ahead of the examination at the Walter Reed national military medical center. He gave no details about the duration of the exam but spent over five hours at the center before flying to Florida.
Despite questioning Joe Biden’s capacity, Trump often keeps his health details private. However, following this physical, a more detailed report from the White House physician is expected.
Assurances of Trump’s Health
Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary, assured that Trump is in good shape and did not require anaesthesia for the physical. A former White House doctor suggested Trump needed to lose weight and exercise daily back in 2018. The recent medical report is the first public update on Trump’s health since an assassination attempt last July.
Trump, then, suffered a gunshot wound as reported by Ronny Jackson, a Texas representative and Trump supporter. Trump promised to release his medical records in a CBS interview last year, a promise yet to be fulfilled.
The Oldest US President’s Health Records
Despite being three years younger than Biden, Trump was the oldest president to be sworn into office. The privacy rights of presidents allow them control over the release of their medical records. However, annual physicals provide insight into the health of the commander-in-chief.
Trump’s health details have been scarce; the last update was in November 2023. A letter from Dr Bruce A Aronwald declared Trump to be in excellent physical and mental health but lacked substantial details like weight, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, or test results.
An interview in July 2020 revealed Trump’s cognitive abilities where he listed five nouns in order, asserting his mental fitness.
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