Trump declares himself in perfect health after physical exam
US President Donald Trump reported that he is in perfect health following a recent physical exam at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Despite his claims, concerns about his health persist due to recent photographs showing a neck rash and previous issues like swollen ankles. Trump, who turns 80 in June, continues to compare his vitality to that of his predecessor, Joe Biden.
- ▪Trump stated that 'everything checked out perfectly' after his six-monthly exam.
- ▪Recent photographs have raised questions about Trump's health, including a blotchy neck rash.
- ▪White House physician confirmed that Trump's leg swelling was due to a common vein condition.
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Trump declares himself in perfect health after physical examSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxUS President Donald Trump said “everything checked out perfectly” after completing his six-monthly exam.PHOTO: AFPPublished May 27, 2026, 01:35 AMUpdated May 27, 2026, 01:36 AMListenWASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump, who turns 80 in June, said “everything checked out perfectly” after having his physical on May 26 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, following a year of public attention on apparently minor health issues.Mr Trump offered no details of the physical in a brief Truth Social post saying he had completed his six-monthly exam.
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