Joe Biden faces aggressive prostate cancer, global support pours in
Joe Biden is battling prostate cancer, which is an aggressive form of the disease. Well-wishes have poured in from around the world for the 82-year-old former President of the USA. Donald Trump and 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, stating 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. It most often affects older individuals.
The chances of surviving five years are 30 to 40%. In Biden's case, the cancer is said 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 sent her regards to the former 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," she added.
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.
