Former President Joe Biden revealed on Sunday that he has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. His personal office confirmed the news, explaining that a routine exam uncovered a nodule on his prostate. Subsequent tests—including a biopsy and imaging—showed a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) and metastasis to bone.
The diagnosis follows increasing urinary symptoms that prompted further evaluation last week. A spokesperson said Biden and his family “are reviewing treatment options with his physicians,” and they are considering hormone therapy, which can effectively manage hormone‑sensitive cancers.
Details of the Diagnosis and Next Steps
- Discovery: During a regular physical, doctors found a small prostate nodule.
- Confirmation: On Friday, biopsy results confirmed high‑grade prostate cancer with a Gleason score of 9, indicating a more aggressive tumor.
- Metastasis: Scans revealed the disease had spread to bone tissue.
- Treatment Options: Experts say hormone therapy is likely first-line, given the cancer’s hormone sensitivity. The Bidens are reviewing options with specialists.
“Gleason nine is, by definition, aggressive,” said Dr. Alan Tan of Vanderbilt University Medical Center. “But management can be effective if it’s hormone-sensitive.”
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Public Reaction and Political Implications
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump expressed sympathy on Truth Social, wishing Biden a “fast and successful recovery.” Congressional colleagues also rallied:
- Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D‑TX): “Lifting him up in prayer and wishing him a peaceful, successful healing journey.”
- Sen. Peter Welch (D‑VT): “We join Vermonters in wishing him a full recovery.”
- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R‑GA): “Cancer is truly awful… urging supporters to pray for Joe Biden and his family.”
The announcement comes amid renewed debate within the Democratic Party over Biden’s age—he is 82 and the oldest president to serve. Some questioned his decision to seek a second term, but the party paused its post‑election introspection to offer support.
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Biden’s Long‑Standing Fight Against Cancer
Biden has a personal connection to cancer advocacy. As vice president in 2016, he relaunched the Cancer Moonshot initiative about six months after his son Beau died of brain cancer. Under his leadership, the program funded new treatments and expanded no‑cost screening for prostate, breast, colorectal, lung, cervical, and skin cancers. By 2024, nearly eight million people received screenings because of these efforts.
After leaving office, Biden announced $150 million in grants to improve tumor‑removal surgeries. Now, he faces his own cancer journey—one he has long worked to prevent for others.
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Prostate Cancer in Perspective
Prostate cancer affects roughly one in eight American men over their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. It is the second‑leading cause of cancer death in men, after lung cancer. Early detection through screening often improves outcomes. Biden’s diagnosis underscores the importance of regular exams, especially for men over 65.
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As Joe Biden and his family prepare for treatment, the country watches closely. His openness about the diagnosis may encourage others to get screened and highlight advances in prostate cancer care. The former president’s resilience and advocacy continue to shape the national fight against cancer.
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