Trump, near 80, has third medical exam amid questions on health: ‘maybe junk food is good’

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US President Donald Trump underwent his annual medical examination on Tuesday, just days before his 80th birthday. The examination took place at Walter Reed Medical Centre near Washington. Trump, the oldest US president ever sworn into office, has frequently contrasted his own perceived vigor with that of his predecessor, Joe Biden. Following the check-up, Trump stated on social media that "Everything checked out PERFECTLY." This examination occurs amidst public speculation about Trump's well-being, fueled by observations of bruising on his hand and apparent sleepiness in meetings. This marks Trump's third medical examination since taking office, with previous check-ups in April and October of the previous year also described as "annual." The White House is expected to release details of the examination later on Tuesday.

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Trump said on social media that 'Everything checked out PERFECTLY' after his examination.

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Donald Trump had his annual medical examination days before his 80th birthday.

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The president has faced repeated criticism over a lack of transparency about his health.

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This is Trump's third examination since returning to office, with previous ones in April 2025 and an unannounced hospital visit in October.

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The check-up comes amid speculation about Trump's well-being due to bruising on his hand and apparent sleepiness in meetings.

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US President Donald Trump’s health was under scrutiny once again on Tuesday as he had his annual medical examination just days before his 80th birthday.The oldest US president ever sworn into office, Republican Trump has repeatedly boasted of his mental and physical vigour compared to Democratic predecessor Joe Biden.“Everything checked out PERFECTLY,” Trump said on social media as he drove back to the White House from Walter Reed Medical Centre near Washington.Tuesday’s check-up comes amid speculation about Trump’s well-being due to bruising on his hand and his apparent sleepiness in meetings.It is Trump’s third examination since returning to office last year. He had a scheduled one in April 2025 followed by an unannounced hospital visit that October – which the White House also billed as an “annual” check-up, sparking fresh questions.The president has faced repeated criticism over a lack of transparency about his health. The White House is expected to release details later on Tuesday but the extent of the detail it gives is at its own discretion.

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