First appeared on FOX: rear President Joe Biden After Biden announced on Sunday that he was dropping out of the 2024 presidential race, two doctors spoke to Fox News Digital about what this means for Biden’s ongoing cognitive health.
In retrospect, some experts believe Biden’s path to elimination began with what was widely described as a disastrous performance in a late June debate, in which the president’s train of thought appeared unclear and incoherent.
“President Biden has demonstrated signs of cognitive impairment for many years,” Dr. Brett Osborne, a Florida neurosurgeon who specializes in cognitive function, told Fox News Digital on Sunday, though he does not treat or advise Biden.
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“At the time of his inauguration as president in 2020, he was likely suffering from mild cognitive impairment (MCI). This is Alzheimer’s disease And then there’s the possibility of parkinsonism – not necessarily Parkinson’s disease itself,” Osborn said.
“And since then, as is often the case with people with neurodegenerative diseases, his condition has only worsened.”
A “deliberate” decision
Osborne offered his professional opinion that, given the signs of “deteriorating cognitive abilities,” Biden’s decision to withdraw from the race appears prudent.
“By stepping down, President Biden is prioritizing his health and potentially mitigating further cognitive decline,” said a neurosurgeon who specializes in cognitive function. (Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images)
“In my opinion, he is unfit to run the country and unfit to serve as commander in chief,” he said.
“By stepping down, President Biden Prioritize your health “This could potentially mitigate further cognitive decline, while ensuring that leadership roles are filled by individuals who are fully capable of meeting the demanding responsibilities of the position.”
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Dr. Mark Siegel, Clinical Professor of Medicine NYU Langone Medical Center The Fox News medical correspondent said he believes Biden’s decision is in the best interest of the president’s health.
“It’s certainly possible that the stress of the race has caused a deterioration in his cognitive abilities, but either way it’s progressive and his health is a real concern,” the doctor, who has not examined or treated Biden, told Fox News Digital on Sunday.
Dr. Marc Siegel, a clinical professor of medicine at New York University Langone Medical Center and a Fox News medical contributor, said he believes Biden’s decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race was in the best interest of the president’s health. (Fox News)
Osborne also stressed that remaining in the race could have been “detrimental” to Biden’s mental and physical health.
“Chronic stress releases the predominant hormone cortisol. Stress hormones “The decline in the body can negatively impact the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, which can lead to further deterioration,” Osborne told Fox News Digital.
“In my opinion, he is unfit to run the country and unfit to serve as commander in chief.”
Osborne said Biden’s previous brain surgery may also have affected his cognitive function.
“When you combine the two, Brain surgery And his [possible] “The combination of neurodegenerative disease and the stresses of the Oval Office dramatically accelerated the decline of an already fragile brain,” he said.
“President Biden has shown signs of cognitive impairment for many years,” Dr. Brett Osborne, a Florida neurosurgeon who specializes in cognitive function, told Fox News Digital. (Dr. Brett Osborne)
“Another term [was] In my opinion, it’s not even a consideration. By 2028, he will definitely be a ‘nursing home patient.'”
In addition to concerns about his cognitive function, doctors also cited Biden’s recent Fighting COVID-19.
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“Post-Covid syndrome and long Covid have been shown to impact underlying neurological conditions,” Siegel warned.
“This could also occur due to a resurgence of COVID-19.”
“Another term [was] “In my opinion, it’s not even being considered,” one neurosurgeon told Fox News Digital about Biden. (Demetrius Freeman/The Washington Post via Getty Images)
Regarding COVID, Osborne noted that the virus has been shown to have long-term effects on cognitive function, often referred to as “brain fog.”
“These effects may include impairments in memory, attention and executive function,” he said.
“Post-COVID syndrome and long COVID have been shown to impact underlying neurological conditions.”
“When someone with pre-existing cognitive problems, like President Biden, becomes infected with COVID-19, neuroinflammation could exacerbate these symptoms and lead to a more rapid decline.”
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Osborne also said that the president Infected with COVID-19 It was used as an “exit strategy”.
“That accelerated his decision, and perhaps theirs, to give up on running for president,” the doctor speculated.
Health is a qualifying requirement
In addition to meeting the official requirements that the president must be a natural-born citizen, be over 35 years old and have resided in the country for at least 14 years, the doctors agreed that the president must also meet the following requirements: Physically and cognitively healthy.
“This is incredibly important,” Siegel told Fox News Digital. “We are entitled to it as a country.”
Osborne noted that the role of president involves making complex and significant decisions, often under great pressure.
“Cognitive health is essential to clear thinking, effective communication and sound decision-making, all of which President Biden lacks,” he said, stating his views.
“They should admit what they know and reveal the full neurological results.”
Osborne said physical fitness is also essential because the job requires long hours, frequent travel and crisis management.
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“A healthy president is better able to handle the demands of the job and lead the nation effectively through various challenges,” he added.
“Full health disclosure” required
Following Biden’s announcement that he was dropping out of the race, Siegel said, “This decision Full Health Disclosure“
“They should admit what they know and reveal the full neurological findings,” he said.
Siegel said that given Biden’s announcement that he was dropping out of the race, the decision “should be accompanied by full disclosure about his health.” (Getty Images | iStock)
Osborne said the situation highlights the need for thorough medical examinations of presidential candidates and sitting presidents to ensure they are able to perform their duties.
“Periodic inspection – Physical and mental “It should be made non-negotiable, not blocked by the ruling party,” he said.
“It is a disgrace to the United States government to tolerate four years of President Biden’s mental incompetence, and the world has witnessed it.”
In response to a question from Fox News Digital, the White House press office said “health was not a factor” in the president’s decision to withdraw from the election.
President Biden’s physician said he continues to take Paxlobidi and his COVID-19 symptoms have “significantly” improved.
“The President looks forward to completing his term and delivering even more historic accomplishments for the American people,” the White House said in a statement.
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On July 21, the White House released a health update from the president’s personal physician, Dr. Kevin C. O’Connor.
O’Connor also said Biden is continuing to take Paxlovid and that his COVID-19 symptoms have “significantly” improved. He said Biden’s vital signs are normal and his lungs remain clear.
