Former U.S. President Joe Biden’s health has become the subject of renewed attention following a report by The Washington Post. According to the newspaper, Biden is continuing treatment for metastatic prostate cancer and has experienced noticeable weight loss as a result of both the disease and its treatment.
Biden remains under treatment for metastatic prostate cancer. Citing sources close to the former president, The Washington Post reported that while the treatment has been producing positive results, the illness and the ongoing medical procedures have led to significant changes in the 83-year-old’s physical appearance.
The report states that Biden has become visibly thinner in recent months and now spends most of his daily life focused on his treatment schedule and time with his family.
Treatment is reportedly effective, but the disease has taken its toll
According to The Washington Post, Biden has lived a much quieter life since leaving the White House approximately 18 months ago, spending his time primarily with close family members, longtime friends, and trusted advisers.
Sources quoted by the newspaper said the treatment has been progressing positively but added that metastatic cancer and its treatment have significantly reduced the former president’s physical strength.
Prostate cancer treatment was disclosed in 2025
The first detailed public information about Biden’s condition emerged in October 2025, when it was announced that he was undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment for prostate cancer.
According to The Washington Post’s latest report, the disease is now being treated at the metastatic stage.
Focused on treatment and family after the presidency
The newspaper also reported that people close to Biden say his post-presidential life has changed dramatically.
According to those sources, Biden now spends most of his time undergoing cancer treatment, being with his family, and working to shape the legacy of his long political career. Due to his health condition, his public appearances have also become significantly less frequent than in previous years.