Trump slams Kamala Harris’ ‘dangerous’ medical report as three conditions come to light
Donald Trump has criticized Kamala Harris over her health records, claiming her newly revealed conditions are affecting her performance.
VP Harris’ doctor released her latest physical report in an open letter on Saturday, saying the candidate is in “excellent health.”
However, the former president had a different take on the proceedings, revealing that she suffers from severe seasonal allergies that can cause hives.
Around 1 a.m. ET, the former president shared a message on his social media site Truth Social: “I just saw Kamala’s report and it’s not good.”
He concluded: ‘These are very serious conditions that clearly affect her functioning.’
Former President Trump appeared to ponder the details of Vice President Harris’ medical report, in which he said her seasonal allergies and temporary hives were dangerous and suggested she might be unfit for office.
Vice President Harris released a medical report on Saturday, October 12, from her most recent physical examination, written by her primary care physician, Dr. Joshua Simmons.
For starters, former President Trump has delved into one part of her report: urticaria, commonly known as hives.
He claimed: ‘According to her doctor’s report, she is suffering from ‘urticaria’, defined as ‘a rash of round, red welts on the skin that are intensely itchy, sometimes with dangerous swelling.’
The hives VP Harris is experiencing are reportedly temporary raised rashes, similar to a large insect bite, that can be caused by allergies, stress or certain foods.
It is not clear what is causing her hives, but her report indicates that she suffers from seasonal allergies and takes medication for them.
These bumps can be itchy and uncomfortable, but the According to the police, the condition is not dangerous or life-threatening American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
About 20 percent of Americans will experience this rash at some point in their lives, making it common.
Trump then seized on VP Harris’ allergies.
He said: ‘She also has ‘allergic rhinitis and allergic conjunctivitis’, a very messy and dangerous situation.’
Allergic rhinitis and allergic conjunctivitis are terms that refer to nasal and eye irritation in response to a mild allergy, such as pollen or dander. In short: seasonal allergies.
An allergic reaction can be life-threatening if your specific trigger causes you to have a reaction called anaphylaxis.
This can cause the mouth, tongue or throat to swell, making it difficult to breathe, or stomach pain and fainting.
In general according to Yale MedicineThese severe reactions usually occur in response to allergies such as shellfish, peanuts or bee stings, and are not seen in the allergies that VP Harris suffers from, which are likely a reaction to pollen, mold or dust mites.
Dr. Joshua Simmons, VP Harris’s primary care physician, said she has never had a severe reaction to her allergies and instead only experiences irritated nose and eyes.
She has been undergoing ‘allergen immunotherapy’ for the past three years to reduce her sensitivity to her allergens.
This involves slowly exposing you to more and more amounts of your allergen so that your body no longer reacts as strongly to it – reducing irritation of the eyes and nose. It is usually given by injection or pill.
This therapy has been effective, Dr. Simmons said, and she only needs an over-the-counter nasal spray occasionally to control her symptoms.
President Trump started a separate rant on X on October 14, questioning VP Harris’ cognitive stability.
‘I think it is very important that Kamala Harris passes a test for cognitive endurance and agility. Her actions have led many to believe that there could be something very wrong with her,” he said.
He claims her actions during recent interviews, in which she is “slow and lethargic” in answering questions, is evidence of mental decline.
The report did not include details about her cognitive abilities, but Dr. Simmons did test VP Harris’ cranial nerves, a crucial step in determining nervous system health, and found that she passed.
It is not standard for a 59-year-old to be given a cognitive test – which measures a person’s thinking, reasoning and awareness – during a routine physical activity like Dr. Simmons’s.
As far as anyone can confirm, Vice President Harris has not taken a cognitive test.
Still, Dr. Simmons said she possesses both “the physical and mental resilience necessary to successfully carry out the duties of the presidency.”
On his side of the matter, Trump infamously bragged about “passing” a test that checks for dementia and includes drawings of animals.
The report included other details that Trump did not comment on. This included having normal cholesterol levels, heart rate, blood pressure, vitamin levels and blood sugar levels for someone her age.
They mentioned that she has a family history of colon cancer, which could put her at higher risk of developing the disease herself.
But right now she is being monitored for early signs of the disease and is clear.
She has no signs of diabetes, heart or lung disease, neurological disorders or osteoporosis – all common ailments of age.
Her stable levels could be thanks to the reported lifestyle habits she maintains, including taking vitamins, performing daily strength and cardio training, and eating a “healthy diet.”
Dr. Simmons hasn’t detailed what that diet consists of, but reports have suggested that VP Harris has a sweet tooth and occasionally drinks alcohol, both potentially unhealthy habits.
This year, there has been increased focus on the health of presidential candidates after a poor debate performance by 81-year-old President Joe Biden, leaving the public questioning their mental fitness. This likely played a role in his dropping out of the presidential race
Still, Dr. Simmons draws a different conclusion from the former president, stating that VP Harris: “possesses the physical and mental resilience necessary to successfully discharge the duties of the presidency, including those of Chief Executive, Head of State, and Commander in Chief.” .’
More attention has been paid to the health of candidates in the 2024 presidential race than in any other race in history.
This is partly due to the attention being drawn to President Biden’s mental acuity after a terrible debate performance — which likely led to his dropping out of the race.
Attention has also been paid to the 78-year-old former president because of his condition. He has strongly denied any claims that he is unfit.
At 12:42 p.m., the former president shared a post who claimed he was in excellent health.
It read: ‘I have taken more medical exams than any other president in history, and taken two cognitive exams (the doctor declared my “cognitive exams were exceptional!”). I am much healthier than Clinton, Bush, Obama, Biden, but especially Kamala.’
At 9:56 am, he said, “Kamala’s medical report is really bad. With all the problems she has, there is a real question as to whether or not she should run for president! MY REPORT IS PERFECT – NO PROBLEMS!!!’
However, his opponents on the left say Trump, who is 78, should release his own medical records to prove these claims.