NYT Op-ed:
Dr Thomas Vosburgh made certain observations in the form of a letter replying to an op-ed in the New York Times. The op-ed had pointed out the various symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease. It also stated that Joe Biden was suffering from an early onset of symptoms associated with Parkinson’s. The op-ed went on to ask Biden to step down and also said that he was unfit to hold office for a second term. The op-ed has called on the president to drop his election bid.
Doctor’s response to NYT:
Dr Thomas Vosburgh responded and agreed with the op-ed that Biden is indeed suffering from an early onset of Parkinson’s disease. He went on to add that the symptoms can be treated and it is not threatening enough to derail a second term. The Doctor added that he could still continue in office. They are interventions that can treat Parkinson’s disease.
The Doctor noted that the symptoms including Biden’s cognitive decline were being blown out of proportion. Dr Thomas Vosburgh said that Biden should continue in his office.
Biden’s neurological examination:
Dr O’ Connors who is the White House physician noted that the latest medical examination involving Biden in the month of February did include a neurological examination. He ruled out that Biden was suffering from Parkinson’s disease. FAQs
Has the White House been involved in covering up Biden’s ‘cognitive decline’?
Media reports indicate that the White House has been actively involved in preventing scrutiny of Biden’s ‘cognitive health’. This has involved a series of steps such as providing a shorter staircase, larger fonts in brief documents among others.Has Joe Biden expressed his intention to step down?
The President has expressed confidence in the upcoming election and refused to step aside as the presidential nominee of the Democratic Party. There are growing calls to replace him on the ballot box.
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