Former President of the United States Joe Biden completed on Monday a cycle of radiotherapyas part of the treatment of an aggressive form of prostate cancer, writes the American newspaper “The Washington Post”.
“I can confirm that he completed a cycle of radiotherapy,” said Kelly Scully, Biden’s spokesperson, quoted by the newspaper, adding that the former President “the bell rang” already Penn Medicine Radiation Oncologyin Philadelphia, where he has been receiving treatment in recent weeks.
Ring the bell is a tradition in cancer treatment institutions, followed by patients to mark important milestones.
Biden’s spokeswoman declined to comment on any future treatment plans for the former President.
In May, Biden’s office announced that the former President had been diagnosed an advanced form of prostate cancer that has spread to the bones. At the time, it was reported that the tumor was responding to hormonal therapy, “which allows for effective treatment”.
Last month, Biden underwent surgery to remove skin cancer lesions on his head.