"I'm Not Demented"... Trump Gains 6kg in a Year But Deemed 'Healthy'

by Koo Nari

Published 31 May.2026 10:15(KST)

Updated 31 May.2026 10:36(KST)

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Routine Checkup Results: Deemed Fully Fit as Head of State

The results of U.S. President Donald Trump's routine health checkup have been released.

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On May 30 (local time), international media outlets including the Associated Press reported on President Trump's routine health examination, which was conducted by his personal physician, Dr. Sean Bababela. In the report, Dr. Bababela stated, "President Trump is maintaining excellent health in all areas of physical function, including the heart, lungs, and nervous system," and explained, "He is fully fit to perform all duties as Commander-in-Chief and Head of State."

He added, "His busy schedule—including numerous high-level meetings, attending official events, and regular physical activity—continues to have a positive impact on his overall health."

Perfect Score on Cognitive Assessment Following 2018 and 2025... Weight Increased, 'Diet and Weight Management Needed,' Medical Team Points Out

U.S. President Donald Trump. Photo by Yonhap News Agency

The medical team reported that President Trump, who was born on June 14, 1946, and is 79 years old, has a heart age approximately 14 years younger than his actual age. They also stated that swelling in his legs due to chronic venous insufficiency has improved compared to last year.

On the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MCA), a 10-minute screening test used to detect mild cognitive impairment and early dementia, President Trump scored a perfect 30 out of 30. The comprehensive neurological exam also showed that his mental status is normal, brain nerve function is intact, and that sensation, reflexes, gait, and balance are all within normal limits.

However, the health checkup revealed that President Trump's body weight is 238 pounds (about 108 kg), which is about 6 kg higher than in his April 2025 health checkup (224 pounds, about 102 kg). The personal physician advised President Trump to continue to lose weight and manage his diet. President Trump has recently stated that he enjoys eating fast food and rarely exercises except for golf, but said he feels "the same as he did 50 years ago" and is in good physical condition.

Medical Team "Recommend Taking Aspirin" vs Trump "I Take High-Dose Aspirin Daily"

The medical team also recommended that President Trump take low-dose aspirin.

In past interviews, President Trump has stated that he takes 325 mg of aspirin daily. The medical community has warned that continuing this regimen could actually cause side effects. A dose of 325 mg is four times the standard low-dose aspirin (81 mg) typically used to prevent cardiovascular disease. Studies have shown that in people without a history of heart disease, taking aspirin can increase the risk of death from side effects such as bleeding or cancer.