The White House Military Office recently released Vice President Kamala Harris’ medical report, affirming her excellent health following a routine physical exam in April 2024. Dr. Joshua R. Simmons, Harris’ physician, stated that she is fit for the responsibilities of the Presidency, despite minor health issues like nearsightedness, allergies, and urticaria. Harris, aged 59, maintains 20/20 vision with corrective lenses and stays up to date on preventive care such as colonoscopies and mammograms.
Contrasting former President Trump’s opaque approach to his health, Harris’s transparency sets a different tone ahead of the presidential election. With limited public updates on Trump’s health status, Harris’s disclosure sheds light on the disparities in openness between the candidates. While Trump has hinted at sharing his medical records, no official reports have emerged since the 2023 Truth Social post. Harris’s decision to share her health records emphasizes the differing levels of transparency between the campaign contenders, sparking conversations about the importance of knowing the health status of presidential candidates.