Joe Biden Diagnosed with Stage 9 Prostate Cancer

Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive stage 9 prostate cancer. His type of cancer, although serious, is hormone-sensitive, which allows for treatment options. Despite past health issues, Biden remains vocal against criticisms about his age, as detailed in a new book.

Joe Biden, former President of the United States, received a prostate cancer diagnosis, his office announced on Sunday.

Following urinary symptoms and a nodule, Biden underwent medical evaluation last week, revealing prostate cancer with metastasis to the bone. This diagnosis places Biden in stage 9, indicating aggressive cancer, though hormone-sensitive. Hormone-sensitive cancers typically respond to treatments that target hormone deprivation.

Biden's health has been under scrutiny, contributing to his decision not to seek a second term after a poor debate performance. Recent years saw Biden addressing various cancer concerns, including a skin lesion removal and spearheading a 'cancer moonshot' initiative during his presidency.