Former U.S. President Joe Biden has publicly acknowledged an outpouring of support following a difficult personal revelation — a diagnosis of an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
In a heartfelt message shared on Monday, May 19, Biden expressed gratitude for the overwhelming love and encouragement he has received just a day after his office disclosed the news of his condition.
“Cancer touches us all,” Biden wrote in a social media post. “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.”
According to the statement from his office, the 82-year-old former president was diagnosed with prostate cancer on Friday. The cancer is described as aggressive, with a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5), indicating a high-grade tumor that has already metastasized to the bone.
Despite the seriousness of the diagnosis, Biden’s medical team notes one potentially positive detail — the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive. This means it may respond well to hormone therapy and other treatment strategies, offering a path toward effective management.
At present, Biden and his family are actively consulting with his physicians to explore treatment options.
This announcement has sparked a wave of concern and solidarity from across the nation and the political spectrum, with many commending the former president’s transparency and resilience.
As Biden and his family prepare for the journey ahead, his message serves as a reminder of the shared human experience of illness and the strength that can be found in community, hope, and unwavering support.
