Kamala Harris Declared in ‘Excellent Health’ as Campaign Seeks to Contrast with Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris has been declared in “excellent health” by her physician, according to a letter released by her office on Saturday. The report, which summarizes her medical history and recent health status, underscores Harris’ physical and mental readiness to assume the duties of the presidency, a move her campaign hopes will draw a sharp contrast with former President Donald Trump’s limited health disclosures.
Physician Confirms Harris’ Health and Fitness for Leadership
Dr. Joshua Simmons, a U.S. Army colonel and Harris’ primary care physician for the past 3.5 years, confirmed that the 59-year-old vice president leads an active lifestyle. Simmons noted that her latest medical examination, conducted in April, was “unremarkable,” with blood work and other test results indicating no significant concerns.
“She possesses the physical and mental resiliency required to successfully execute the duties of the Presidency, including those as Chief Executive, Head of State, and Commander in Chief,” Simmons wrote in the two-page report.
Harris’ medical history includes mild nearsightedness, managed with contact lenses, and a family history of colon cancer on her mother’s side. She has also received allergen immunotherapy for the past three years to manage allergies and urticaria (hives). The vice president remains up to date on preventive care, having undergone a colonoscopy and annual mammograms as recommended.
Harris Campaign Seeks to Highlight Trump’s Limited Health Disclosures
Harris’ campaign hopes to leverage the transparency of her medical report to spotlight former President Trump’s lack of detailed health information. Trump, now 78, has faced increasing scrutiny over his fitness to serve, particularly after questioning the health of President Joe Biden, who is 81.
Although Trump released a physician’s letter last November stating he was in “excellent” health, the document provided no supporting details, such as weight, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, or specific test results. Trump’s health also drew public concern after a July assassination attempt in which his ear was grazed by a bullet, yet he has shared little about his recovery.
Harris’ medical report comes as health and age become focal points in the upcoming election cycle. Trump previously used Biden’s age as a campaign talking point, questioning the former president’s ability to lead effectively. Now, with Harris leading the ticket, attention has shifted to Trump’s own health and transparency, raising questions about his readiness for office.
By releasing detailed health information, Harris’ campaign aims to position the vice president as a candidate fully prepared for leadership while implicitly challenging Trump to do the same. With voters increasingly focused on the fitness of candidates, health disclosures are poised to play a significant role in shaping the narrative ahead of the election.
Source : Swifteradio.com
