Biden battles aggressive prostate cancer: Global support floods in
Joe Biden is battling prostate cancer. It is an aggressive form of the disease. Well-wishes to the 82-year-old former President of the USA have poured in from around the world. Donald Trump, along with his wife Melania, also sent their regards.
82-year-old Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, which has spread to his bones. A spokesperson for the former President of the USA announced the illness. It is known that the cancer is a more aggressive form of the disease.
The disease was detected because Biden had urinary system issues. According to American specialists, prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men, right after skin cancer in the USA. Most often, older individuals are affected.
The chance of surviving five years is 30-40%. In Biden's case, the cancer was reported to have spread to the bones.
Joe Biden is ill. Donald Trump responds
We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery - Donald Trump wrote on the platform Truth Social. A statement was also issued on behalf of Trump's wife - Melania.
His deputy, Kamala Harris, also remembered the President. "Joe is a fighter — and I know he will face this challenge with the same strength, resilience, and optimism that have always defined his life and leadership. We are hopeful for a full and speedy recovery," added the former Vice President.
Nobody has done more to find breakthrough treatments for cancer in all its forms than Joe, and I am certain he will fight this challenge with his trademark resolve and grace. We pray for a fast and full recovery - added Barack Obama.
"I’m thinking of the Bidens as they take on cancer, a disease they’ve done so much to try to spare other families from. Wishing you a speedy, full recovery," wrote Hillary Clinton. "My friend Joe Biden’s always been a fighter. Hillary and I are rooting for him and are keeping him, Jill, and the entire family in our thoughts," added her husband and former President of the USA, Bill.
