Trump’s Health Report Reveals High Cholesterol, Skin Damage from Sun Exposure
The White House has released President Trump’s health report, which confirms that he is "fully fit to execute the duties" of the presidency. The report, written by the president’s physician, Dr. Sean P. Barbabella, reveals that Mr. Trump has been treated for high cholesterol, skin damages from frequent sun exposure, seasonal allergies, and diverticulosis, a condition in which small pouches form in the wall of the colon.
According to the report, obtained from the New York Times, Mr. Trump "remains in excellent health" and "exhibits excellent cognitive and physical health." The report cites his "frequent victories in golf events" as an example of his "active lifestyle" contributing to his physical and mental well-being. The president’s physician also noted that Mr. Trump has had cataract surgery for both of his eyes and has had a benign colon polyp.
The report reveals that Mr. Trump underwent cognitive and cardiology tests during a visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Maryland on Friday. The president told reporters that he felt he was in "good shape" and had a "good heart." The report states that Mr. Trump has gone through "a comprehensive neurological examination" that revealed no abnormalities in cognitive function or his mental state. He scored 30 out of 30 points for the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, a test for mental capacity.
The health report also lays out detailed laboratory test results for cholesterol, saying his cholesterol levels were within a normal range. However, it is unclear whether the White House would make Dr. Barbabella available to answer questions. The report is the first public accounting of Mr. Trump’s health since he returned to office in January and became the oldest man ever sworn in as president.
Mr. Trump’s past medical reports have been met with skepticism. In 2018, one of his personal physicians said that Mr. Trump had personally dictated a note, released under that doctor’s name three years earlier, that described Mr. Trump’s blood pressure as "astonishingly excellent." The note said Mr. Trump, then a presidential candidate, would be the "healthiest individual ever elected to the presidency." Cardiologists unaffiliated with the White House said at the time that Mr. Trump’s physical examination had revealed serious health concerns and had indicated that Mr. Trump was at risk of a heart attack.
The president’s diet and lifestyle have also raised concerns. Mr. Trump, a fast-food enthusiast, is fueled by a diet heavy on ice cream, red meat, and soda. However, he has referred to himself as "very much of a germaphobe" and says he does not drink alcohol or smoke. Medical reports have described him as standing 6-foot-3 and weighing 224 pounds, nine pounds heavier than his records from the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta in 2023.
As noted by the New York Times, presidents are not required to release their medical records, but they traditionally have done so to show the American public they are up to the demands of their job. Mr. Trump’s predecessor, Joseph R. Biden Jr., was 82 years old when he left office, and was plagued by concerns about his age during his bid for re-election.
In conclusion, the release of President Trump’s health report provides a comprehensive overview of his physical and mental health. While the report confirms that he is "fully fit to execute the duties" of the presidency, it also reveals several health concerns, including high cholesterol and skin damage from sun exposure. As reported by the New York Times, this report provides valuable insight into the president’s health and fitness for office.
