Biden's battle with advancing cancer renews focus on prostate disease

Hunter Biden disclosed in a BBC interview that his father, former President Joe Biden, is experiencing significant pain and debilitation as his prostate cancer has metastasized into his bones. The former president was diagnosed in May 2025 with a form of the disease that was then considered manageable. The article also provides background information on prostate cancer, including its rising incidence, risk factors, and survival rates based on the stage of the cancer.

• Hunter Biden stated that former President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer has spread to his bones and is causing him great pain and debilitation.
• Joe Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer in May 2025, and at the time, it was considered a manageable, hormone-sensitive form of the disease.
• The former president underwent hormone therapy and radiation treatment.
• Prostate cancer cases have been increasing, with advanced-stage rates rising annually.
• About 333,830 new cases are expected in the U.S. in 2026, and the disease is the second most common cancer in men.
• Screening recommendations suggest men aged 55-69 should discuss PSA-based screening options with their doctors.
• Survival rates for prostate cancer vary significantly depending on the stage: 99% for localized or regional disease, but dropping to 37% for distant spread.