Parkinson's Disease Expert Meets with President Biden's Physician at White House
Frequent White House Visits Raise Concerns About Biden's Health
Expert from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Visits Eight Times
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A top Parkinson's disease specialist held a meeting with President Joe Biden's physician at the White House, raising concerns about the president's health. The expert, from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, visited the White House eight times over an eight-month span, according to a Reuters report.
Biden Not Being Treated for Parkinson's, Says Doctor
Despite the frequent visits, President Biden's physician has stated that the president is not being treated for Parkinson's disease. Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has also repeatedly denied any health issues, stating that Biden is "fit for duty." However, her responses have not fully quelled concerns.
New Law Provides Relief for Americans
In other news, a new bill signed into law by President Biden offers a sense of relief to the nearly 1 million Americans with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The legislation provides Medicare coverage for acid-blocking medications, which can help reduce the heartburn and other symptoms associated with GERD.
Biden Experiences Occasional Symptoms of GERD
According to reports, President Biden experiences occasional symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux, but they are not considered severe enough to interfere with his official duties.
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