As 78-year-old Republican presidential candidate Trump intensified his 2024 presidential campaign, various debates arose regarding his age and health. However, the newly released health report seems to have dispelled these concerns, at least for now.
Excellent Score on Mental Test
Trump took the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) test, widely used to detect cognitive impairments. The report states that Trump scored 30 out of 30, the highest possible score on the test. This result shows that there are no negative conditions such as memory loss, confusion, or decreased mental capacity.
Dr. Barbabella said, “President Trump is mentally extremely sharp, focused, and fully capable of fulfilling his duties.” he said.
Basic Health Data Revealed
Detailed health report shared some basic health values of Trump:
- Height: 190 cm
- Weight: 101.6 kg
- Blood Pressure: 128/74 mmHg
- Resting Heart Rate: 62 beats per minute
Although technically classified as overweight according to Body Mass Index (BMI), Dr. Barbabella emphasized that Trump leads an active lifestyle, particularly playing golf, and successfully manages a busy daily schedule.
Improvement in Cholesterol Levels
One of the notable developments in the report was the improvement observed in Trump’s cholesterol levels. Total cholesterol levels dropped to 140 mg/dL, marking a significant improvement compared to previous years. This improvement was attributed to the regular use of cholesterol-lowering medication. Among the drugs used:
- Rosuvastatin (Statin group drug)
- Ezetimibe (Drug that blocks cholesterol absorption)
Health History Stable
Trump’s known health history is as follows:
- High cholesterol under control
- Seasonal allergies
- Past COVID-19 infection (fully recovered)
- A minor gunshot wound to the right ear at a 2024 campaign rally (fully healed)
The report stated that this medical history did not prevent Trump from campaigning or holding office.
Latest Statement from the White House
Dr. Barbabella stated, “President Trump is in excellent physical and mental health and is fully capable of fulfilling his presidential duties.”
The release of this health report is interpreted as a strategic move to allay public concerns during the upcoming critical election period. The report emphasizes Trump’s resilience and readiness to return to the White House.
