Biden's son reveals father's bone cancer causes severe pain
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Hunter Biden revealed his father, former U.S. President Joe Biden, is suffering from prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, causing him severe pain.
- Despite his pain, Biden continues to engage in political activities, expressing his belief in the country and commitment to fighting for it.
- The former president was diagnosed with prostate cancer in May of the previous year, with the cancer having already metastasized to his bones and a Gleason score of 9 out of 10.
Hunter Biden has disclosed that his father, former U.S. President Joe Biden, is enduring significant pain from prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones. In an interview with the BBC, Hunter described the situation as "truly sad" to witness, admitting he sometimes wishes his father would show more of his suffering.
The cancer has spread to other parts of the body, including the bones. It is very painful and debilitating in many ways.
Despite his health struggles, Biden remains politically active. "He's still speaking out on issues he believes are important," Hunter stated. "He has a strong belief in this country and a promise that he will continue to fight as long as he is alive."
It's truly sad to watch. I sometimes think I wish he would show more of his suffering.
Biden publicly announced his prostate cancer diagnosis about four months after leaving office in May of the previous year. At that time, the cancer had already spread to his bones, and his Gleason score, which indicates cancer aggressiveness, was 9 out of 10. His team explained that the cancer was hormone-responsive and manageable with treatment. By October, it was reported that Biden was undergoing radiation and hormone therapy.
He's still speaking out on issues he believes are important. He has a strong belief in this country and a promise that he will continue to fight as long as he is alive.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.