Former US President Biden Diagnosed with Cancer

Joe Biden, the 82-year-old former President of the United States, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones. This revelation came after Biden reported experiencing increased urinary symptoms, prompting medical investigations that uncovered a small nodule on his prostate.

The cancer has been characterized by a Gleason score of 9, indicating a high-grade, rapidly progressing form of the disease. Despite the gravity of the diagnosis, there is a silver lining: the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive, which potentially allows for more effective management strategies.

Biden's diagnosis has elicited an outpouring of bipartisan support. Former President Donald Trump and his wife Melania extended their sympathies, while former Vice President Kamala Harris praised Biden's fighting spirit. Barack Obama, under whom Biden served as Vice President, highlighted Biden's significant contributions to cancer research, including his leadership of the 'cancer moonshot' initiative.

This personal battle with cancer comes at a time when Biden had already stepped back from the political spotlight, having withdrawn from the 2024 presidential race due to health and age concerns. As he faces this formidable challenge, Biden's long-standing advocacy for cancer research takes on a new, deeply personal dimension.