Joe Biden Thanks Americans for Their Support After Cancer Diagnosis
Joe Biden has spoken out following news of his recent health battle, thanking the public for the overwhelming kindness and compassion shown toward him and his family.
The 82-year-old former president revealed over the weekend that he has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has reached his bones. Since then, messages of encouragement have poured in—not just from close political allies and friends, but from everyday people across the country. Even his longtime political rival, Donald Trump, sent words of support.
“Cancer finds its way into so many lives,” Biden shared in a heartfelt message online, alongside a photo with his wife, Jill. “Like so many of you, we’ve learned how strong we can be in the hardest moments. Thank you for lifting us with your love.”
Biden’s office confirmed that the diagnosis came after he began experiencing urinary discomfort. Further checks revealed a prostate nodule. Though the cancer is serious, his doctors believe it responds to hormone-based treatment, which could help in managing the illness.
As the Bidens weigh their treatment options, many are reflecting on his personal history with the disease. His son, Beau, died from brain cancer in 2015—a loss that shaped Biden’s commitment to improving cancer care in the U.S.
Donald Trump, who has often criticized Biden during and after their time in office, put politics aside in his message: “We send our warmest thoughts to Jill and the entire Biden family. Wishing Joe a full and speedy recovery.”
Prostate cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting men in the U.S., with roughly one in eight receiving a diagnosis in their lifetime. While early detection can make a big difference, the disease still claims thousands of lives each year.
Though not curative, hormone therapy has shown success in slowing the progression of cases like Biden’s. As he faces this next chapter, the former president is drawing strength from the support of millions who understand the fight all too well.
