Former President Joe Biden has begun a new phase of radiation treatment for his stage 4 prostate cancer, according to a spokesperson. The 82-year-old leader is also undergoing hormone therapy as part of his care plan. NBC News reported that the radiation treatment, which will last five weeks, follows earlier stages of his medical regimen. A source familiar with Biden’s condition confirmed the update, noting he has already been taking oral hormone medication.
Biden shared a message on X following his diagnosis, stating, “Cancer touches us all. Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places. Thank you for lifting us up with love and support.” Oncologists previously told NBC News that the advanced nature of his cancer suggests it may have remained undiagnosed for years.
Last month, Biden was seen with a bandage on his head after undergoing skin cancer surgery. The New York Post reported that the procedure involved Mohs surgery, a technique used to remove cancerous tissue while preserving healthy areas. Footage from Labor Day weekend showed a visible scar on his head, described by an observer as “fresh” and consistent with recent skin cancer treatment.
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