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Joe Biden diagnosed with ‘aggressive form’ of prostate cancer

Former US president’s office said the cancer cells had spread to the bone and Biden, 82, was reviewing treatment options with doctors

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Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer that has metastasised to the bone, his office said in a statement on Sunday.

The finding came after the 82-year-old reported urinary symptoms, which led doctors to discover a nodule on his prostate.

“While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management,” his office said.

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US President Donald Trump said he was “saddened” by the news.

“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, who has repeatedly derided Biden for his cognitive abilities and aged demeanour, said on his Truth Social platform.

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