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Trump in 'excellent health' after annual checkup, medical update says

Trump in 'excellent health' after annual checkup, medical update says

Former President Donald Trump is in “excellent health,” according to a medical update released after his annual physical examination. The brief statement, issued by his medical team, did not provide additional details about the exam or any specific test results.

What the update covers

The update, described as a summary of the checkup, used the phrase “excellent health” to characterize Trump's overall condition. No further explanation or supporting data was included in the public release. The former president, 78, has maintained a regular schedule of campaign events and public appearances in recent months.

The medical update comes as Trump continues his campaign for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Candidates typically release health summaries during active campaigns, though the level of detail varies. Trump's previous medical letters, issued during his presidency and afterward, have also described him as being in good health.

No new specifics disclosed

The update did not mention any medications, ongoing treatments, or changes in weight, blood pressure, or other routine metrics. It also did not name the physician who conducted the exam. The brevity of the statement leaves questions about the full scope of the examination unanswered.

Trump has previously faced scrutiny over the transparency of his health disclosures. During his 2020 campaign, his doctor at the time provided a letter that some medical experts criticized as lacking substantive detail. The latest update follows a similar pattern of providing a positive assessment without releasing raw data.