Former U.S. President Joe Biden (Joe Biden Diagnosed), 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, his office confirmed on Sunday. The diagnosis was made on Friday after Biden experienced urinary symptoms. Doctors have stated the cancer is hormone-sensitive, which allows for effective treatment management despite its severity.
The cancer is classified as Stage 4, the most advanced stage, due to metastasis beyond the prostate. His condition scored a 9 out of 10 on the Gleason scale, indicating very high risk.
Expert Opinions
Dr. Herbert Lepor (NYU Langone) emphasized that although a Gleason score of 9 is serious, many patients live for 5 to 10 years or more with advanced prostate cancer.
Dr. Chris George (Northwestern Health Network) noted that once prostate cancer reaches the bones, it’s no longer curable, but manageable through treatment.
Biden’s Political and Health Background
During his 2021–2025 presidency, Biden’s physical and mental fitness were frequently questioned. He ended his 2024 reelection campaign abruptly after a lackluster debate performance raised concerns among Democrats and voters.
He was the oldest person to win the U.S. presidency at the time of his 2020 election. That record was surpassed by Donald Trump, now 78, when he won against Kamala Harris in the last election.
Trump’s Reaction
Donald Trump, despite his frequent criticism of Biden, responded empathetically on his platform, Truth Social:
“Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden’s recent medical diagnosis… We wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.”
Reactions from Political Figures
- Vice President Kamala Harris: “Joe is a fighter — and I know he will face this challenge with strength, resilience, and optimism.”
- Senator Chris Murphy (D): Criticized the Democratic Party for ignoring early voter concerns about Biden’s age even before the 2024 campaign began.
Biden’s Response and LegacyIn recent interviews, Biden has rejected claims of cognitive decline and has defended his presidential legacy. Notably, he lost his son, Beau Biden, to brain cancer in 2015 — a personal experience that led him to relaunch the Cancer Moonshot initiative in 2022, aiming to cut cancer death rates by 50% in 25 years.
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