President Donald Trump underwent a three-hour evaluation at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on October 10, which included lab tests, imaging, and preventive assessments. His physician, Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella, said Trump remains in “exceptional health,” reporting strong cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological, and physical metrics. The president also received a flu shot and COVID-19 booster ahead of upcoming overseas trips.
Following Trump’s clean bill of health, the attention of many may now turn to the well-being of other world leaders. From presidents and prime ministers to monarchs and popes, the health of these figures can have far-reaching consequences for national stability and global affairs. But how healthy are the leaders currently in power, and what happened when past leaders faced serious medical challenges?
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