At 79, Donald Trump's Health Report Shared By White House Ahead Of Key Political Battles: Check Details
Donald Trump is in "excellent health" and "fully fit" to serve as U.S. commander in chief, according to a new White House medical report, which follows a detailed examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Centre and comes as Trump seeks to show strength ahead of approaching midterm elections.
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The assessment, released on 29 May, says the 79-year-old president completed what Trump described as a "6-month physical" on 26 May, involving extensive scans and checks, while Trump later wrote on Truth Social that "Everything checked out PERFECTLY." The visit was his fourth publicly disclosed exam since returning to office.
Donald Trump health report covers weight, BMI and visible bruising
Dr. Sean Barbabella’s report states that Trump now weighs 238 pounds (108 kilograms), an increase of 14 pounds (6 kg) compared with the April 2025 examination, and notes that at 6-foot-3 (1.9 metres) Trump has a body mass index of 29.7, just below the level that doctors classify as obese.
The document also records bruising on Trump’s hands, which is described as "minor soft tissue irritation related to frequent handshaking," and adds that this is "a common and benign effect of aspirin therapy." Doctors advised changing to low-dose aspirin and offered guidance on diet, exercise, and weight loss to address the recent gain.
Donald Trump health checks include heart imaging, scans and cognitive test
According to the White House, 22 specialists took part in Trump’s evaluation, which included a CT scan, further heart imaging, cancer screenings, and other preventative tests. Despite the added weight, the report concludes that Trump’s "cognitive and physical performance are excellent," and that no new serious medical condition was found during the latest review.
Trump once again sat for the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, used worldwide to screen for dementia and cognitive decline. The report says Trump scored 30 out of 30, matching results announced in 2018 and in last year’s check, which the White House has highlighted to answer questions about Trump’s mental sharpness at 79.
Donald Trump health history, leg condition and cholesterol trends
Last year, officials disclosed that Trump had chronic venous insufficiency, a condition common among older adults that causes blood to pool in the legs; the new report notes "slight lower leg swelling" but records "improvement from last year." The condition continues to be monitored but is not described as limiting Trump’s daily presidential duties.
Trump’s cholesterol profile has changed over time with medication. The report lists total cholesterol at 143, compared with 223 in 2018, and 140 in April 2025. Trump takes rosuvastatin to reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase good cholesterol (HDL), and also ezetimibe, which further lowers LDL levels as part of an ongoing treatment plan.
| Measurement | Value | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 79 years | Turns 80 next month |
| Height | 6-foot-3 (1.9 metres) | — |
| Weight | 238 pounds (108 kg) | Up 14 pounds (6 kg) from April 2025 |
| BMI | 29.7 | 30 is considered obese |
| Total cholesterol | 143 | Was 223 in 2018; 140 in April 2025 |
| Cognitive test score | 30/30 | Same as 2018 and last year |
After the 26 May visit, Trump posted that the "6-month physical" was complete, adding "Everything checked out PERFECTLY." Trump also wrote, "Thank you to the great Doctors and Staff! Heading back to the White House," and said that all results had reassured Trump about personal fitness for the presidency.
The timing of the report matters politically, as Trump, a Republican, remains the oldest person elected U.S. president and seeks to signal vigour while approaching 80, especially after Democrat Joe Biden left office at 82 in 2025 and withdrew from the 2024 race following concerns among voters about age and capacity for the role.
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