Trump's doctor says he's in excellent health - but are US presidents' health checks a PR exercise?

BBC World Saturday 30 May 2026, 15:06 UTC 1 min read

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Every president in modern history - including Donald Trump this week - has taken an annual physical exam that is as much about messaging as it is about health.

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