Former President Joe Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer

SOURCE apnews.com
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, which has spread to the bone. The cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive, allowing for effective management. Biden and his family are reviewing treatment options with his physicians. Many political leaders sent their wishes for his recovery.

Key Points

  • Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer with a Gleason score of 9, suggesting aggressiveness
  • Many political leaders, including President Trump and Vice President Harris, sent their wishes for Biden's recovery
  • Biden had a skin lesion and a polyp removed in previous years
  • Biden launched a 'cancer moonshot' initiative in 2022 to halve the cancer death rate

Pros

  • Prostate cancer is hormone-sensitive, allowing for effective management.
  • Biden is receiving support and well-wishes from political leaders.

Cons

  • Prostate cancer has spread to the bone, making it more challenging to treat.