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Biden gives heartbreaking update on cancer ahead of memoir release
Former US president Joe Biden says his prostate cancer treatment has slowed him down, limiting the appearances he can make to promote his upcoming memoir. The update matters because it gives readers a glimpse of how his illness is affecting his public schedule as the book is released.
Biden, 83, said his doctors remain encouraged by his response to treatment, though some days are harder than others. He was diagnosed while writing “Promise Me, America”, which is due out on 17 November, and said he hopes the book will speak for itself.
In short
- Cancer treatment has slowed Biden down.
- Doctors are encouraged by his response.
- He will make fewer memoir appearances.
Explained simply
Joe Biden was president of the United States from 2021 to 2025 and remains a prominent figure in the Democratic Party. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer while writing his memoir, Promise Me, America, which is due to be published on 17 November.
Prostate cancer affects the prostate gland, and treatment can vary depending on the illness and the person. Biden’s health is relevant to the memoir’s release because his treatment has affected how much he can appear in public to discuss it.
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