The oldest president of the Republic of the
Philippines does not mind his age or any health concerns a 70 year old male
person is having, he just want to do nothing but work for the country.
In an exclusive interview with CNN Philippines,
the 74 year old gentleman form Davao city allayed fears regarding his health
condition, stating the public should not worry about his health as he can still
perform all the duties as expected from being elected the Chief Executive of
the country.
Duterte does not deny the fact that he has various health issues, which can be
expected from a Filipino which is 70 year old and up, but he maintains there is
no need to release a medical bulletin on his current health.
I’m 74 years old. Huwag mo akong
tanungin if I am in
the pink of health. I am not. Meron akong mga ano sa katawan (I have certain ailments),”
Duterte said. “For purposes of performing my functions as president, I am all
right.”
The issue
came about when recently admitted that his age has been taking a toll on his
health.
President Duterte previously said he is
suffering from muscle spasms, chronic back pains, and migraines.
The Chief Executive also said he has
myasthenia gravis, a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease that weakens
skeletal muscles responsible for breathing and moving parts of the body.
Plus his early revelation that he has
myasthenia gravis, a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease that weakens
skeletal muscles responsible for breathing and moving parts of the body and that
he is suffering from Barrett’s esophagus, a potentially serious complication of
gastroesophageal reflux disease, and Buerger’s disease, a rare disease of the
arteries and veins in the arms and legs.
Media has been zeroing on this issue and has
labelled it to growing concern by the public.
Duterte, however, assured that he has
no serious health problem.
“No. The Constitution does not require
me (to release a medical bulletin),” Duterte said.
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