The White House is under increased scrutiny regarding President Joe Biden's health following his recent debate performance. Critics argue that the administration's limiting Biden's public interactions has made any lapses more noticeable. This came to a head when reports emerged about multiple visits by Dr. Kevin Cannard, a neurologist, to the White House, leading to speculation about Biden's health.
On Monday, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, Biden’s physician, stated that Cannard had been the Neurology Consultant at the White House Medical Unit since 2012. O’Connor emphasized that Cannard’s routine visits were part of his role in supporting military personnel and staff at the White House Medical Clinic. He also confirmed that Biden has shown no signs of Parkinson’s disease in his annual physicals, reiterating that the president is fit for duty.
This clarification comes amid heightened efforts to parse Biden's health, especially following the debate that spotlighted his performance. Although Biden's annual health reports have been comprehensive and show no new concerns, skepticism persists due to the administration's handling of his public appearances and the extent of his health issues.