Joe Biden is steadily recovering. On September 4, his spokesperson informed NBC News that the former President was faring well after undergoing Mohs surgery, a procedure designed to excise skin cancer from his head. According to SkinCancer.org, this surgery is commonly used to treat basal cell carcinomas and squamous cell carcinomas, the two most prevalent forms of skin cancer. Although the spokesperson refrained from specifying the exact date of Biden's surgery, an evident scar was noticeable on his head during an August 22 outing in Delaware.
Moreover, Biden had another cancerous skin lesion removed from his chest in 2023, subsequent to a routine physical examination. "Consistent with expectations, the biopsy confirmed that the minute lesion was basal cell carcinoma. The surgery successfully excised all cancerous tissue, rendering no further treatment necessary," Kevin O'Connor, the former President's physician, noted in a memo, as reported by NBC News.
Beyond his skin cancer battles, Biden disclosed in May that he was also grappling with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer that had metastasized to his bones. "Last week, President Joe Biden underwent a check-up due to increased urinary symptoms, revealing a new prostate nodule," Biden's office announced, as obtained by NBC News. "Despite its aggressive nature, the cancer is hormone-sensitive, facilitating effective management. The President and his family are collaborating with his doctors to explore treatment options."
In the wake of this announcement, Biden shared how he and his wife, Dr. Jill Biden, processed this health update. "Cancer affects us all," he penned on Instagram at the time. "Like countless others, Jill and I have come to realize that our strength lies in our vulnerabilities. Thank you for enveloping us with your love and support."
