Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer; a stark reminder of health risks

Joe Biden's recent diagnosis highlights the importance of regular health screenings, especially for men over 70. His last screening was nearly a decade ago, raising concerns about early detection and treatment.

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Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, as confirmed by his office. This diagnosis serves as a stark reminder of the health risks associated with prostate cancer, particularly for men over 70.

Biden's last known screening for prostate cancer occurred in 2014, when he was 71 years old and serving as vice president. Health experts recommend that men over 70 should stop having regular prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests, which are the standard screenings to assess prostate cancer risk.

In a heartfelt social media post, Biden remarked, “cancer touches us all,” emphasizing the shared struggle many face with this disease. He added, “Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places.” This personal reflection resonates deeply, especially for those who have experienced similar health challenges, including the loss of his son, Beau, to cancer in 2015 at age 46.

As Biden navigates this diagnosis, it highlights the importance of awareness and early detection in combating prostate cancer, a disease that affects countless men and their families.
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Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, a stark reminder of the health risks men face, particularly those over 70, who are advised to stop regular screenings, according to his office and health experts.
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Biden's cancer diagnosis and its implications

Cancer touches us all, adding, 'Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places.'
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Key Facts
  • Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones.Vanity Fair
  • Biden's last known screening for prostate cancer was in 2014, when he was 71 years old.Washingtonpost1
Key Stats at a Glance
Age during last prostate cancer screening
71 years
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Background Context

Context on prostate cancer and Biden's family history

Key Facts
  • Prostate cancer screening is often recommended for men over 70, but many stop having regular tests.Washingtonpost1
  • Beau Biden, Joe Biden's eldest son, died from cancer in 2015 at age 46.Vanity Fair
Key Stats at a Glance
Year of last prostate cancer screening
2014
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Age recommendation for stopping PSA tests
70 years
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