Doctor: Kamala in excellent health
Vice President Kamala Harris is in “excellent health” and “possesses the physical and mental resiliency” necessary to serve as president, according to a letter from her doctor released recently. Dr. Joshua Simmons, an Army colonel and physician to the vice president, emphasized that Harris, 59, maintains a healthy and active lifestyle. Her most recent physical examination last April was described as “unremarkable.”
In a two-page letter, Dr. Simmons asserted that Harris “possesses the physical and mental resiliency required to successfully execute the duties of the Presidency, to include those as Chief Executive, Head of State, and Commander in Chief.”
The release of Harris’ medical report is seen as an effort to contrast her transparency with that of Republican Donald Trump, who has provided limited information about his health over the years. A campaign aide mentioned that Harris’ team hopes to raise questions about Trump’s fitness to serve.
Trump has been reticent regarding his health, even following an incident where he was grazed by a bullet during an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for the Trump campaign, highlighted that Trump has voluntarily provided updates from his personal physician and detailed reports from Rep. Ronny Jackson, who was Trump’s physician at the White House. Jackson also treated Trump after the assassination attempt, concluding in his assessments that Trump is in perfect and excellent health.
If elected next month, Trump, who is currently 78, would become the oldest president in United States history by the time his term concludes in 2029.
Harris addressed the ongoing discussion regarding health transparency, asserting, “It’s clear to me that he and his team do not want the American people to really see what he is doing and if he is fit to be the president.” When asked about her thoughts on Trump’s mental acuity, she encouraged the public to observe his rallies and make their own judgments.
Dr. Simmons, who has served as Harris’ primary care physician for the past three and a half years, noted that she has a history of seasonal allergies and urticaria, commonly known as hives. However, over the past three years, Harris has significantly improved her symptoms through an immunotherapy medication that reduces sensitivity to allergens.
Following a recent exam, Simmons stated that Harris’ latest blood work and other test results were also considered “unremarkable.” Her blood pressure is within a normal range, and she poses a low risk for heart disease.
In summary of a recent examination conducted six months ago, Harris’ vital signs revealed a blood pressure of 128 over 74, a heart rate of 78 beats per minute, and a pulse oximetry of 100 percent on room air with a respiratory rate of 16 breaths per minute. Additionally, her temperature recorded at 98.7 degrees showcases her stable health status.
