Former US President Joe Biden, in his first statement after his prostate cancer diagnosis thanked supporters for their “love and support”. “Cancer touches us all,” the former US President wrote on X. “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.”The 82-year-old was diagnosed on Monday after experiencing urinary symptoms that led doctors to identify a nodule on his prostate. Further testing confirmed the cancer had spread to his bones. His team described it as an “aggressive” but hormone-sensitive form of the disease, which allows for more effective management.A statement from his office confirmed Biden is now consulting with doctors about treatment options. His cancer has been given a Gleason score of 9, one of the most severe gradings used to assess the aggressiveness of prostate cancer.Messages of support quickly poured in. President Donald Trump, who defeated Harris in last year’s election after Biden dropped out of the race, said on Truth Social: “We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.”Former Vice President Kamala Harris, who had served alongside Biden during his presidency, posted: “Joe is a fighter… He will face this challenge with the same strength, resilience, and optimism that have always defined his life.”Former President Barack Obama also voiced his support, calling Biden’s resolve “unmatched” and praising his decades-long work in fighting cancer, particularly since the death of his son Beau from brain cancer in 2015.
