[Elle Bee]

and his son Beau has just had a couple of mini strokes ... it may be genetic

In light of that debate performance, the GOP should begin the chant to see Joe's health records if he is expected to be just a heartbeat away from the Presidency

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[MissMagnolia]

Aneurysms have a fairly strong genetic component - an aunt (unrelated by blood) had a fatal one , her sister died with one (& their mom, I think) - now my aunt's daughter has one, fortunately discovered early. From Mayo:

Studies have shown a strong link to family history (2). If an immediate family member has suffered an aneurysm, you are 4 times more likely to have one as well. The genetic link is not completely understood and studies are underway to determine if there is a pattern of inheritance. The most important inherited conditions associated with aneurysms include Ehlers-Danlos IV, Marfan’s syndrome, neurofibromatosis NF1, and polycystic kidney disease. For those with a strong family history, we recommend a screening test (CT or MR angiogram).