Trump in excellent health after annual checkup, doctor says

A significant story is unfolding on the international scene. Trump in excellent health after annual checkup, doctor says10 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on GoogleEmma RossiterBBC NewsGetty ImagesDonald Trump's latest medical exam happened weeks before his 80th birthdayDonald Trump's doctor says the US president is in "excellent health" following his annual medical exam. In a memo released by the White House on Friday, Capt Sean Barbabella said Trump, who turns 80 next month, has "strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological and overall physical function" and is "fully fit to carry out all duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State". Trump visited the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Tuesday for the exam, writing on his Truth Social platform afterwards that "everything checked out perfectly".

It is his third known check-up since returning to the White House last year. According to the memo, Trump - the oldest person to be inaugurated as US president - was "within normal limits" on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, a common test of cognitive health, scoring a 30 out of 30. He had gained 14lb (6.

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3kg) since his medical exam in April 2025 and Barbabella said the president had been given guidance on diet, physical activity, and continued weight loss. Trump's cardiac age was also estimated to be approximately 14 years younger than his chronological age. "His demanding daily schedule, including multiple high-level meetings, public engagements, and regular physical activity, continues to support his overall well-being.

Last year, the president's bruised hands and swollen legs caused concern and speculation over his health. In July it was revealed he had been diagnosed with a vein condition called chronic venous insufficiency, which occurs when leg veins fail to pump blood to the heart, causing it to pool in the lower limbs, which can then become swollen. While there remained some "slight lower leg swelling", Barbabella noted in his memo that there was "improvement from last year".

Bruising on Trump's hand was explained in the report as being "consistent with minor soft tissue irritation related to frequent handshaking" while taking aspirin for "cardiovascular prevention". Barbabella noted this bruising is "a common and benign effect of aspirin therapy. "Alongside aspirin, the letter stated that Trump is taking two cholesterol control drugs but otherwise remained up to date on all appropriate preventive screenings and immunisations.

While not compulsory, these annual medical tests have become seen as routine in recent decades. The health of former President Joe Biden, who was 78 when he took office in 2021, became a subject of intense public scrutiny towards the end of his term. More on thisWatch: Trump to have annual medical exam ahead of 80th birthdayTrump says he takes higher daily dose of aspirin than doctors recommendWhat is Trump's vein condition and how serious is it?

The development has drawn wide international attention, with diplomatic circles watching closely.