Covid 19 coronavirus: Trump’s ‘shortness of breath’ video causes concern

When Donald Trump climbed the steps of the White House to greet the crowd and make an official video statement, he boldly questioned whether he was “immune” to Covid-19, but another video of the moment has many questioning the health of the 74-year-old man. years. The American president.

It shows Trump walking up the stairs before removing his mask and then appearing to strain for a deep breath as he recognizes the crowd and adjusts his jacket.

The clips quickly spread to Twitter, where some took it as evidence that Trump was fighting Covid-19 more than he has publicly acknowledged.

An ICU nurse who saw the video noticed that Trump was grimacing and had to strain to breathe.

The concerns contrast with Trump’s own take on his condition, as he previously claimed he was feeling fine and reflected on whether he was “immune” to the virus.

In a 90-second video message posted online shortly thereafter, Trump said:

“I just got out of Walter Reed Medical Center and it’s really something very special. The doctors, the nurses, the first responders. And I learned a lot about the coronavirus,” he said.

“And one thing’s for sure. Don’t let it dominate you. Don’t be afraid. You’re going to get over it. We have the best medical equipment, we have the best medications, all newly developed. And you’re going to beat it.

“I went, I didn’t feel so good. And two days ago, I could have left two days ago. Two days ago I felt really good, better than I had in a long time. Like I said recently, better than 20 years ago.

“Don’t let it dominate. Don’t let it take over your lives. Don’t let that happen. We have the best country in the world. We go back, we go back to work. You’re going to be in charge.

“As their leader, I had to do that. I knew there was danger, but I had to do it. I stayed ahead, I led. No one who is a leader would not do what I did. And I know there is a risk, there is danger, but there is good.

Trump also speculated that he may now be “immune” to the killer virus.

“But now I’m better, and maybe I’m immune. But don’t let that rule your lives. Come out, be careful. We have the best medicines in the world.”

“The vaccines will arrive momentarily. Thank you very much.”

After filming the message, Trump entered the White House, where the scope of the outbreak that has infected the highest levels of the United States Government is still being uncovered.

Still, Trump indicated that he will not be prevented from campaigning for long, tweeting before leaving the hospital: “We will be back to the election campaign soon !!!”

Trump made sure to sound confident earlier. He tweeted: “I’ll be leaving the great Walter Reed Medical Center today at 6.30pm. I feel really good! Don’t be afraid of Covid. Don’t let it take over your life … I feel better than 20 years ago.” does!”

Trump’s nonchalant message about not being afraid of the virus comes as his own Administration has encouraged Americans to be very careful and take precautions to avoid contracting and spreading the disease as cases continue to rise across the country.

– Additional reports, AP