Kamala Harris releases medical report, drawing contrast with Donald Trump

United States Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, released a letter from her doctor that pronounced her in “excellent health” and fit for high office, in an effort to draw a contrast with her counterpart, Donald Trump.

In a memo released on Saturday, physician Joshua Simmons said Harris’s April exam was “unremarkable”, noting her active lifestyle, “very healthy diet”, seasonal allergies, sporadic hives, and moderate alcohol use.

“In summary, Vice President Harris remains in excellent health. She possesses the physical and mental resilience needed to successfully carry out her responsibilities as president, including those of the chief executive, head of state, and commander in chief,” Simmons wrote.

Harris, 59, is running against Republican Trump, 78, for the White House in November.

Harris’ campaign is firmly rooted in a tight race, hoping that by contrasting her mental and physical intelligence with Trump’s more advanced age and propensity for meandering, along with the differences in transparency between the two, she can persuade undecided voters that she is more fit for office than he is.

Simmons said Harris’s allergies had been well-managed with over-the-counter and prescription medications.

Her urticaria, or hives, were “sporadic and transient, do not appear to be triggered by any particular exposure nor are they associated with any other symptoms,” and were well tolerated after receiving antihistamine treatment.

Harris’ allergy and urticaria symptoms have significantly improved since he started using allergen immunotherapy, he said, and there is no longer any need for medication despite the fact that she has had to get some medication occasionally.

Trump’s health

Former President Trump questioned President Joe Biden’s health when the 81-year-old president was seeking re-election. Since Biden was replaced on the ticket with Harris, Trump’s own health has drawn more attention.

The vice president made her medical information public on Saturday in an effort to draw attention to Trump’s refusal, according to a Harris aide.

Trump hasn’t provided much health information, especially since his ear was shot injuries during an assassination attempt in July.

Last November, Trump marked Biden’s birthday by releasing a letter from his physician that reported the former president was in “excellent” physical and mental health.