Jill Biden Shares Concerns Over Husband's Nighttime Bathroom Trips Linked to Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Former first lady Jill Biden revealed during an interview on August 5 that she had noticed troubling patterns in her husband’s behavior before his prostate cancer diagnosis, describing how he would use the bathroom up to seven times during the night. She shared these details on SiriusXM’s “Let’s Talk Off Camera With Kelly Ripa,” recounting how she had previously raised concerns about his frequent nighttime trips to the White House physicians. “I thought it was addressed,” she said, recalling her belief that the issue had been evaluated while her husband was in the presidency. However, after Biden left the White House in January 2025 and the behavior persisted, Jill urged him to seek further medical attention. “When it continued when we got out of the White House, I said, ‘Joe, we’ve got to go up to Jeff in Philly – something’s wrong,’” she explained. Biden, 83, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer in May 2025 after experiencing urinary symptoms. Doctors discovered a nodule on his prostate, and by the time the condition was detected, the cancer had already spread to his bones, according to a statement from his office. Jill Biden emphasized that the cancer’s progression was a significant challenge, noting that treatment is ongoing and requires constant monitoring. “We have to be mindful of it every three months, testing and medicines,” she told Ripa. She described the experience as “constant. It’s daily. And I think it’s challenging,” drawing on her own history of battling cancer with family members, including her late son Beau Biden, who died in 2015 at age 46 after a battle with brain cancer.#jill_biden #american_cancer_society #joe_biden #philly #jeff
Global Cancer Statistics 2024: GLOBOCAN Estimates of Incidence and Mortality Worldwide Researchers from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the American Cancer Society (ACS) have released updated global cancer statistics for 2024, revealing that approximately 20.6 million people were diagnosed with cancer worldwide, while 9.8 million deaths were attributed to the disease. These figures, part of the GLOBOCAN project, cover 34 cancer types across 186 countries and underscore the significant global health burden of cancer. The data highlight that one in five individuals will develop cancer during their lifetime, with one in nine men and one in 13 women expected to die from the disease. Lung cancer remains the most frequently diagnosed cancer, accounting for 12.8% of all new cases, followed by female breast cancer (11.8%), colorectal cancer (9.9%), prostate cancer (7.5%), and stomach cancer (4.8%). Lung cancer also leads in mortality, responsible for 19.1% of all cancer-related deaths, with colorectal cancer (9.4%), liver cancer (7.5%), female breast cancer (7.1%), and stomach cancer (6.6%) following closely. The estimates emphasize the disproportionate impact of these cancers, particularly in regions with limited access to early detection and treatment. Of the 20.6 million new cancer cases recorded in 2024, 19.5 million were classified as non-skin cancers, while 9.7 million deaths were attributed to non-skin cancer types. The report also includes projections for the future, predicting that cancer incidence will rise to 34.4 million cases by 2050—a 67% increase compared to 2024.#world_health_organization #american_cancer_society #international_agency_for_research_on_cancer #globo_can #ca_a_cancer_journal_for_clinicians
Joshua Jackson Reflects on James Van Der Beek’s Passing and Advocates for Cancer Screening Joshua Jackson opened up about the impact of James Van Der Beek’s death, sharing his personal reflections on the tragedy during an interview on TODAY. Van Der Beek, who passed away in February, was remembered by his “Dawson’s Creek” co-star as someone whose life left a profound legacy. Jackson described the emotional weight of the loss, emphasizing how his role as a father has deepened his understanding of the tragedy for Van Der Beek’s family. “For me as a father now, I think the enormity of that tragedy for his family hits me in a very different way than just as a colleague,” he said, noting that the grieving process is ongoing. Van Der Beek’s death sparked an outpouring of support from his former castmates and fans, many of whom recalled the formative bond they shared during the show’s run. Jackson highlighted the significance of their time together, calling it “very amazing” and “formational” for both of them. He acknowledged that while their friendship was meaningful, Van Der Beek’s accomplishments extended far beyond their shared history. “I know both of us look back on that time with great fondness,” Jackson said, “but I will also say that I know I’m really just a footnote in what he actually accomplished in his life.” Van Der Beek had previously revealed in 2024 that he had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer, a revelation that resonated deeply with Jackson. The actor, now 47, has partnered with the NHL and AstraZeneca for the Get Body Checked Against Cancer campaign, which promotes early cancer screening. Jackson explained his involvement, noting that his family’s history with cancer made him particularly aware of the importance of proactive health measures.#today #joshua_jackson #james_van_der_beek #get_body_checked_against_cancer #american_cancer_society
