Michael Nutter's blood pressure is OK, for now, reports the Daily News' Catherine Lucey.
She just returned from a mayoral forum on health care at the College of Physicians tonight that gave a brief insight into Nutter's personal medical history.
Nutter revealed that his last blood pressure check was "excellent": 120/80. "I think I am going to make it through the rest of the campaign," he said. During a question on obstetrics, he also told the crowd of doctors that his well-known daughter, Olivia, was born prematurely.
Nutter and Taubenberger both pledged support for public health efforts, saying they'd be cheerleaders for better health habits in the city. They also agreed that violence is a public health issue.
Nutter said he'd work to promote Philly's standing as a center for health care. But the candidates seemed to briefly disagree on issues surrounding malpractice lawsuit reform, which some have blamed for the closing of maternity wards in the city. Taubenberger called for tort reform, but Nutter pointed out that it is likely not a city issue but a state matter.
Finally, Nutter cautioned about taking too health advice from pols. "We keep the worst hours, and eat the worst food."
This is just ONE of the debates tonight. We'll bring you news from the cool high-tech one at the Academy of Natural Sciences a little later.