Biden's Battle: A Legacy Shadowed by Cancer

Joe Biden, former U.S. President, faces a personal battle with prostate cancer that has spread to his bones. As Biden works to protect his political legacy, the diagnosis echoes personal losses to cancer in his family. His presidency prioritized cancer initiatives, reflecting his commitment to the fight.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 20-05-2025 08:29 IST | Created: 20-05-2025 08:29 IST
Biden's Battle: A Legacy Shadowed by Cancer
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Joe Biden, the former U.S. President, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, which has unfortunately spread to his bones. The disclosure, made over the weekend, marks another chapter in Biden's long-standing fight against cancer, a disease that has personally impacted his family before.

Biden, who has seen his son Beau and wife Jill battle the disease, emphasized the communal impact of cancer, stating, "Cancer touches us all." Despite his personal health struggles, Biden's political focus remained on combating cancer through initiatives like the 'moonshot' campaign to bolster research and treatment.

His presidency saw the passing of crucial legislation, such as the PACT Act, aimed at expanding healthcare for veterans with chronic illnesses linked to their service. As Biden navigates this challenging period, his commitment to addressing cancer's effects continues to be a defining aspect of his legacy.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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