The author struggles to find experts willing to write op-eds about the health of major presidential candidates. Many decline due to the complexity of diagnosing from afar, fear of angering colleagues, and concern about reader backlash in the current divisive political climate. Despite efforts to find experts, few are willing to make bold arguments, leading to a lack of diverse opinions on the candidates’ health. Some professionals advocate for more information sharing from candidates, while others argue for doctor-patient confidentiality. The author hopes for a change in attitude that will encourage informed opinions and facilitate constructive debate.
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Experts on aging really, really don’t want to talk about the election
