Kamala Harris’ doctor says her overall health is ‘excellent’ as her campaign aims to provide contrast to the limited medical information Donald Trump has shared over the years I decided that.
On Saturday, October 12, the White House released a medical report written by the Vice President’s personal physician, Dr. Joshua Simmons.
In a two-page letter covering her entire medical history and specific numbers from her most recent medical exam, conducted in April 2024, Simmons wrote that Harris, 59, “is capable of successfully performing her duties.” “They have the physical and mental resilience necessary to do so.” Presidency. ”
The vice president “maintains a healthy and active lifestyle despite his busy schedule,” Simmons wrote. She also has a healthy diet, does not use tobacco products and drinks alcohol “occasionally and in moderation,” he said.
“In summary, Vice President Harris remains in good health,” he concluded his report. “She has the physical and mental resilience necessary to successfully carry out the duties of the President, including as Chief Executive, Head of State, and Commander-in-Chief.”
Kamala Harris in July 2024.
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An aide to Harris’ campaign told ABC News on condition of anonymity that the Democratic presidential candidate’s campaign hopes to spark conversation about former President Trump’s health and ability to serve as president by releasing a comprehensive report.
The 78-year-old candidate, who would leave office as the oldest president in U.S. history if elected to a second term, has shared limited information about his health over the years.
The Trump campaign responded quickly to the pressure, issuing a statement shortly after the White House shared a statement about Harris’ medical care, calling the vice president “totally unqualified” to serve as president.
“President Trump voluntarily released an update from his doctor and a detailed report from Dr. Ronnie Jackson, who treated him after the first assassination attempt. All agreed that the president was a perfect commander in chief. We conclude that he is in excellent health,” President Trump said. Stephen Chan, campaign communications director.
Chung also said that while former presidents “maintain one of the busiest and most active campaign schedules in political history, Kamala Harris has been unable to keep up with campaign demands. “Every day, he reveals that he is completely unqualified.” President of the United States. ”
“Her schedule is quite light because it is said that she does not have the physical strength of President Trump. The polls reflect this,” the communications director claimed.
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President Donald Trump in October 2024.
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In addition to the statement, the Trump campaign also referenced a letter released by former White House physician Dr. Ronnie Jackson, who was grazed in the ear by a bullet during the July 13 assassination attempt, and a doctor’s note shared about Joe. Last year, Biden celebrated his 81st birthday.
The letter, written by physician Bruce Aronwald and dated November 20, 2023, states that as of September 2023, the former president is in “excellent health.”
In Harris’ new health report, Simmons said the presidential candidate has a history of seasonal allergies and hives, but was able to “dramatically” improve her symptoms with allergen immunotherapy. Ta.
Doctors also said Harris wears contact lenses because of mild nearsightedness, and also disclosed a family history, including colon cancer in her mother. His mother, Shyamala, died of colon cancer in 2009.
