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Former U.S. President Joe Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Health concerns escalate as Joe Biden, 82, faces a new diagnosis, prompting family and medical deliberations on treatment options.
Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, characterized by bone metastases, according to a statement released by his office.

The announcement was made on Sunday, following a medical diagnosis received on Friday.

Biden, who is 82 years old, has been noted as having a Gleason score of 9, indicating a high level of aggressiveness on a scale that ranges from 2 to 10.

The statement emphasized that while the cancer is classified as aggressive, it appears to be hormone-dependent, suggesting potential avenues for effective management.

Hormone-dependent prostate cancers utilize androgens—male hormones—to grow and typically regress when these hormones are reduced.

The Biden family is currently evaluating treatment options in consultation with his medical team.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, accounting for approximately 15% of all male cancers.

The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system that produces a fluid essential for semen.

While this type of cancer generally progresses slowly, this particular diagnosis indicates a more severe manifestation.

In 2023, Biden underwent surgery to remove a small cancerous lesion from his chest, and throughout his presidency, he initiated significant research and funding initiatives aimed at cancer treatment, with the goal of reducing cancer mortality by 50% over 25 years.

The former president’s health has been a subject of public concern, particularly following his decision not to seek reelection in the summer of 2024 amid worries about his physical and cognitive capabilities.

An investigative book set to be published shortly will detail his declining health during his presidency, as well as how the administration reportedly managed perceptions of his health status.

The issue has gained renewed attention after a tape from 2023 surfaced, showcasing Biden struggling to recall significant dates from his life.

Joe Biden has publicly denied experiencing cognitive decline, asserting his capability to lead until the end of his term.

This news comes as public scrutiny of Biden's health continues, with his predecessor, Donald Trump, frequently criticizing him and questioning his fitness for office.

Trump has insinuated that Biden had concealed health issues, while Biden contends that many older individuals maintain good health, contrasting with his own circumstances.

The timing and gravity of this new health challenge may influence public perceptions as well as political dynamics in the current landscape.
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