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July 23, 2024

Before Biden, these 5 past presidents faced health issues amid re-election

As President Biden steps aside from his nomination amid concerns about his cognitive fitness, here are five other U.S. presidents who have faced health complications ahead of re-election.

July 20, 2024

Joe Biden with COVID at age 81: What to know about the risk the virus poses to older adults

In light of Joe Biden's testing positive for COVID-19 this week, Dr. Norman B. Gaylis, a Florida physician and COVID expert, weighed in on the risks the virus poses to older people.

July 18, 2024

Mayo Clinic finds new type of memory loss that’s often mistaken for Alzheimer’s

Scientists at Mayo Clinic say they have identified a new type of memory loss that is very similar to Alzheimer’s disease, but doesn’t progress as quickly and has a “better prognosis."

July 18, 2024

Most US adults worry about future of Medicare, Social Security, Gallup poll finds: ‘Magnitude of concern’

Adults in the U.S. are more worried than ever about whether Medicare and Social Security benefits will be available when they need them, according to a Gallup poll released last month.

July 11, 2024

Biden camp addresses rumors advisers are hatching plan to push president aside

The White House and Biden campaign denied reports Thursday that advisers are working on a plan to convince the president to bow out of the 2024 election.

July 11, 2024

Who is Parkinson's expert Dr. Cannard and why did he visit the White House 8 times?

Parkinson's expert Dr. Kevin Cannard visited the White House eight times in eight months, heightening concerns surrounding President Biden's health.

July 9, 2024

Early dementia often has a surprising warning sign, report says: 'Financial consequences'

Financial trouble is often one of the early signs of dementia, according to a new report. Monica Moreno, senior director of care and support at the Alzheimer’s Association, offers tips for families.

July 8, 2024

After Biden’s 'terrible' debate, health experts warn of denial dangers, call for investigation of symptoms

Amid the fallout from Joe Biden’s lackluster performance at the first presidential debate on June 27, experts continue to react to potential signs of cognitive decline in the 46th president.

July 5, 2024

Biden had post-debate 'verbal check-in' with his doctor: White House

Biden's post-debate 'verbal check-in' with his doctor 'is not unusual,' White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters Friday.

July 3, 2024

Trump campaign rips Biden after former president's mental acuity called into question

The Trump campaign blasted Biden acolytes for trying to turn around concerns about the president's mental acuity on to his Republican challenger.