Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, his personal office announced on Sunday.
According to the statement, the 82-year-old was recently evaluated by doctors after presenting with urinary symptoms and a detected prostate nodule. Biden and his family are currently reviewing treatment options with his medical team.
“While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management,” the office said.
Biden’s condition was further detailed with a Gleason score of nine — a high grade on the scale used to assess the severity of prostate cancer — indicating a particularly aggressive form of the illness.
Former President Donald Trump, Biden’s predecessor and successor, extended his well-wishes on his Truth Social platform, writing, “Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden’s recent medical diagnosis. We extend our warmest and best wishes to [former first lady] Jill Biden and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.”
Vice President Kamala Harris also expressed support on X, formerly Twitter, stating that she and her husband, Doug Emhoff, were “saddened” by the news. “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,” she said.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer joined international voices wishing the former president well, expressing hope for a “swift and successful treatment.”
