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Former President Joe Biden shared a heartfelt message thanking supporters after revealing his aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis. World leaders, including PM Modi and Barack Obama, extended well-wishes for his recovery. Biden’s diagnosis, with a Gleason score of 9, indicates a serious but treatable condition. The former president remains optimistic, emphasizing strength in adversity.

Key Points: Joe Biden Grateful for Support After Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

  • Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer spreading to bone
  • Modi, Obama, and Trump send recovery wishes
  • Gleason score 9 indicates high-grade disease
  • Biden expresses gratitude for global support
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Joe Biden thanks supporters for love, support after cancer diagnosis

Former President Joe Biden thanks supporters for love amid aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis, as world leaders including Modi and Obama send well-wishes.

"Cancer touches us all. Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places. – Joe Biden"

Washington, DC, May 19

Former United States President Joe Biden who was diagnosed with prostate cancer, expressed gratitude for the "love and support" he and his family have received.

https://x.com/JoeBiden/status/1924427587582828753

He shared a picture of himself and his wife Jill Biden, with a heartfelt message, "Cancer touches us all. 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."

This comes after Biden's office revealed that the 82-year-old former president was diagnosed with an "aggressive form of prostate cancer" that spread to the bone.

Earlier in the day, PM Modi also extended wish to Biden for a "quick and full recovery."

"In a post on X, PM Modi stated, "Deeply concerned to hear about @JoeBiden's health. Extend our best wishes to him for a quick and full recovery. Our thoughts are with Dr. Jill Biden and the family."

Former US President Barack Obama said that he and his wife, Michelle Obama, are praying for a "fast and full recovery" of Biden.

Obama expressed confidence that Biden will fight this challenge with his "trademark resolve and grace."

"Michelle and I are thinking of the entire Biden family. Nobody has done more to find breakthrough treatments for cancer in all its forms than Joe, and I am certain he will fight this challenge with his trademark resolve and grace. We pray for a fast and full recovery," Obama posted on X.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) also expressed his sadness over former US President Joe Biden's recent prostate cancer diagnosis, extending his best wishes for a speedy recovery.

"Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden's recent medical diagnosis. We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social.

According to a statement from Biden's office, the diagnosis followed the discovery of a prostate nodule after he reported worsening urinary symptoms, with tests confirming a high-grade cancer with a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5), indicating metastasis to the bone.

"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, characterised by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone. While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive, which allows for effective management," the statement read.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Sad to hear about Biden's diagnosis. Cancer doesn't discriminate - whether you're a world leader or common man. Heartening to see PM Modi and other global leaders showing solidarity. Hope modern medicine can help him fight this battle 🙏
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Priya M.
Biden has always been a friend to India. His work on cancer research during his presidency was commendable. Irony that he's now battling it himself. Wishing him strength - and hope this brings more attention to prostate cancer awareness in India too.
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Amit S.
Respect to PM Modi for promptly extending wishes. Shows India's diplomatic maturity. But honestly, we should focus more on improving cancer care in our own country first. Many Indians can't afford basic treatment while leaders abroad get world-class care.
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Sunita R.
Touching to see even political rivals like Trump setting aside differences during health crises. We could learn from this in India where politics gets too personal sometimes. Wishing Biden-ji a speedy recovery. Cancer is one fight we should all unite against.
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Vikram J.
At 82, fighting aggressive cancer won't be easy. But Biden has shown remarkable resilience throughout his career. Hope he gets access to the latest treatments. This news makes me think - we need better geriatric healthcare policies in India too as our population ages.
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Neha P.
His message about being "strongest in the broken places" really hits home. Lost my father to cancer last year. No matter which country you're from, the pain is universal. Hope this encourages more men to get regular checkups - early detection saves lives! 💙

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