Joe Biden receiving radiation therapy for prostate cancer

Former United States President Joe Biden is receiving radiation therapy for prostate cancer. The diagnosed cancer is in an aggressive state, and it has spread to his bones.

The 82 year old, who turns 83 next month had already been taking hormone medication in pill form as part of his cancer care.

Biden first spoke out in public about his diagnosis by saying he was optimistic about his prognosis and that “the expectation is we are going to be able to beat this”.

The president returned to his home in Delaware after his single term in office concluded.

Last month he underwent a skin cancer treatment procedure known as Mohs surgery to remove cancerous cells from his skin. He wore a bandage on his forehead during public appearances.