"Candid Insights: McConnell's Health Scare Raises Questions About Aging Politicians"

McConnell to meet his leadership team after medical evaluations.

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Brain MRI and neurology assessments were part of McConnell's medical evaluation

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The assessments followed a concussion from a fall earlier this year.

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No changes recommended in treatment protocols, per Dr. Mohanan's letter.

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McConnell experienced episodes of freezing during public conferences.

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McConnell described feeling "lightheaded" during one of the episodes.

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McConnell leads the Republican party's minority in Congress.

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Dr. Monahan cleared McConnell to continue with his schedule after the recent episode.

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