Breaking: Former U.S. President Joe Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, his personal office confirmed in a statement released Sunday. The announcement has sparked widespread concern as the 82-year-old statesman now faces a serious health battle.

“Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms. On Friday, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone,” the statement said.

The Gleason score of 9, the highest on the scale, signifies an aggressive and fast-growing form of prostate cancer. The metastasis to the bone further underscores the severity of the condition. However, the statement offered a note of cautious optimism: “While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management.”

Biden and his family are currently reviewing treatment options with his physicians. According to a source familiar with the situation, the former president is spending the weekend at his home in Wilmington, Delaware. CNN has reached out for additional details regarding where Biden is receiving treatment.

The cancer diagnosis comes just days after Biden was evaluated following the discovery of a small nodule on his prostate. A spokesperson for the former president stated, “In a routine physical exam a small nodule was found in the prostate which necessitated further evaluation.”

This is not Biden’s first encounter with cancer. During his presidency in February 2023, he had a cancerous lesion removed from his chest. Prior to taking office, Biden also underwent Mohs surgery to remove several non-melanoma skin cancers.

The news of Biden’s diagnosis has prompted a flood of support and concern from across the political spectrum. As the former president and his family weigh their options, the public awaits updates on his condition and treatment.