2024-07-10 02:33:42
The White House responded to a New York Post report that mentioned frequent visits to the presidential residence by a senior neurologist, allegedly related to the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. However, the administration maintains that the visits by Dr. Kevin Kennard of Walter Reed Medical Center are not related to the president’s personal health.
According to Dr. Kevin O’Connor, the president’s personal physician, the meetings with Dr. Kennard focused on supporting active-duty military personnel deployed to support White House operations. These neurological clinics are regularly held as part of military health care.
White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre stressed at a press conference that President Biden has not received and is not receiving treatment for Parkinson’s disease and that his latest medical examinations, including neurological examinations, showed that he does not have the disease. The president himself clarified in an interview that additional tests were conducted after his uncertain performance at the debates and confirmed that he was in good health.
In addition, the latest medical report clarified that the president’s stiff gait is due to wear and tear on his spine, not neurological damage. This conclusion was reached after a thorough evaluation by a team of experts, including a movement disorder specialist.
The White House spokesperson’s statement comes amid growing public concern about the health of the 81-year-old president, especially given the upcoming presidential election. Despite these circumstances, the White House is confident that President Biden is in good health and fully capable of carrying out his duties.
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