Mulembe Times | October 18, 2025
Former U.S. President Joe Biden has entered a new and intensive phase in his fight against prostate cancer, with his office confirming that he has begun radiation therapy alongside ongoing hormone treatment.
The 82-year-old former president was diagnosed in May 2025 with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that had already metastasized to his bones, according to medical reports released by his personal physician earlier this year.
Biden’s doctors described the cancer as “hormone-sensitive”, meaning that while it is fast-growing, it is likely to respond to treatments that suppress or block male hormones which fuel its growth.
“The president remains in good spirits and continues to respond well to therapy,” a statement from his medical team said. “The cancer, though advanced, is being managed aggressively with a combination of hormone therapy and targeted radiation.”
Five Weeks of Treatment Ahead
The radiation phase of treatment is expected to last for five weeks, marking an escalation in efforts to slow the progression of the disease. Prior to this, Biden had been on a regimen of oral hormone therapy, which helps reduce testosterone levels that encourage cancer cell growth.
Medical specialists note that combining radiation with hormone therapy can be an effective approach in controlling prostate cancer that has spread beyond the gland.
High Gleason Score
Biden’s medical tests placed his cancer at a Gleason score of 9, one of the highest and most severe on the prostate cancer grading scale. A score of 9 indicates that the cancer cells are highly abnormal and are more likely to grow and spread rapidly compared to lower-grade tumors.
Despite the seriousness of the diagnosis, sources close to the former president report that he remains optimistic and active, continuing to receive regular briefings and maintaining a private daily routine under the supervision of his medical team.
Previous Health Concerns
Earlier this year, Biden also underwent a Mohs skin surgery procedure to remove cancerous skin cells from his forehead, a condition unrelated to the prostate diagnosis. Doctors confirmed that the skin cancer was successfully removed and posed no further threat.
This latest diagnosis, however, has added renewed concern about Biden’s health as he continues to receive treatment at an undisclosed medical facility in Delaware.
Positive Outlook
Biden’s doctors emphasized that, despite the cancer’s spread to his bones, “many effective therapies remain available.” Modern treatments, including advanced hormone medications and targeted radiation, have significantly improved outcomes for patients with metastatic prostate cancer.
“He’s responding well, tolerating treatment, and remains fully engaged with his family and close advisors,” the statement added.
As Biden approaches his 83rd birthday, his resilience and determination have drawn messages of support from both U.S. political allies and global leaders, many recalling his decades of service and perseverance through personal and political challenges.
