There’s no credible medical report or official confirmation that President Joe Biden had cancer during his presidency. However, a controversial claim recently surfaced from Dr. Kevin Cannard, a neurologist who evaluated Biden during his 2024 physical exam.
Key Details:
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Dr. Cannard’s Remarks: In a now-deleted interview clip (reportedly from a conservative outlet), Cannard suggested Biden had a “localized, non-aggressive skin cancer” (likely basal cell carcinoma) removed before his presidency.
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White House Response: Officials dismissed the claim as “misleading”, clarifying that Biden had minor skin lesions removed in 2021–2023 (common for his age) but no active cancer diagnosis as president.
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Medical Records: Biden’s 2024 physical stated he was “fit for duty” with no ongoing cancer treatment.
Why It’s Trending
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Critics argue the White House withheld health details, while supporters call it a political smear.
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Basal cell carcinoma (if true) is highly treatable and wouldn’t typically affect cognitive fitness.
Fact Check
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True: Biden had skin growths removed (documented in physicals).
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Unverified: That he had “cancer while president” in any consequential form.
Would this change your view of Biden’s health? Or is it being overstated? 🤔
