All articles tagged with #medical examination
President Trump clarified that he underwent a CT scan, not an MRI, during his October health check at Walter Reed, and expressed regret about having the scan as it provided ammunition for critics; he also discussed his health regimen and lifestyle preferences.
U.S. President Donald Trump, aged 79, underwent his second routine health checkup of the year at Walter Reed Military Medical Center, with Trump asserting he feels physically and mentally good amid ongoing scrutiny of his health, especially given his age and recent health issues like swelling and bruising.
President Joe Biden's doctor has declared him "fit for duty" after his annual medical examination, stating that there are "no new concerns" about his health. The 81-year-old president continues to work out at least five days per week and is described as "healthy" and "vigorous" by his doctor. While he is being treated for atrial fibrillation, gastroesophageal reflux, and hyperlipidemia, as well as using a CPAP machine for sleep apnea, the physician found no evidence of a stroke or Parkinson's. Biden's health has been a topic of scrutiny, with concerns about his age raised in opinion polls ahead of the upcoming White House election.
Former President Donald Trump released a vague health report from his doctor claiming his health is "excellent" and that he has recently lost weight through an "improved diet" and "daily physical activity." However, the report lacks specific details such as Trump's weight, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and the amount of weight lost. In contrast, President Joe Biden has undergone more detailed annual physical exams and releases comprehensive health reports. Concerns about age and health have been a contentious issue for both Trump and Biden, with polls showing a majority of voters considering them too old to serve another term.
Bronny James, son of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, plans to return to practice and potentially play for USC this season if he passes a medical examination later this month. Bronny suffered cardiac arrest in July and underwent successful surgery. His progress is going well, and if cleared, he could be back on the court with his teammates soon. Prior to his health scare, Bronny was a highly regarded recruit and projected as a first-round pick in the 2024 NBA draft.
New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum has been diagnosed with a small pneumothorax in his right lung. Further examination will be conducted in the next 48 hours to assess the healing progress. More information will be shared after the examination.
A Virginia pediatrician, Dr. Martin Seth Forman, is facing a third civil lawsuit accusing him of sexually assaulting a mother during her baby's examination. The mother alleges that Forman straddled her legs and rubbed his penis against her while pretending to examine her son's ears. She also claims that he touched her breasts. This comes after Forman and his clinic were hit with a $1.3 million civil verdict for allegedly fondling a 15-year-old patient's breasts during a "house call." The mother is seeking $2 million in damages and accuses the clinic of having knowledge of Forman's behavior. Forman denies all allegations, and the clinic is being sued for $8.7 million by the parents of another patient. The Virginia State Police did not investigate the mother's allegations, and the Department of Health Professions declined to discipline Forman in previous cases.
A 32-year-old woman in Bijnor was allegedly raped by a self-proclaimed godman who promised to help her business. The accused asked all her family members to leave the house so that he could perform the rituals, but instead violated her. The victim's sister rescued her and the accused has been arrested. The woman has been sent for medical examination.