Actor Dennis Hopper Exudes Optimism Despite Cancer Diagnosis
Showing his determination to thrive despite the adversity, the star of Easy Rider also told the press he was "hoping for the best."
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November 4, 2009
A month after Hollywood veteran Dennis Hopper was admitted to the hospital for suffering flu-like symptoms and abdominal pain, his representatives have revealed he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Hopper, who is also a drug and alcohol addiction survivor, is still in the early days of therapy, but he has already been seen smiling and in good spirits on a street in Venice, California, according to the Daily Mail.
Showing his determination to thrive despite the adversity, the star of Easy Rider also told the press he was "hoping for the best."
Such a positive attitude may serve as an inspiration to the more than 192,000 Americans who will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society.
Experts say physical exercise and a low-cholesterol diet can help reduce the risk of developing the disease. In addition, regular PSA testing is highly recommended for those at an elevated risk, which includes African Americans and those with a family history of prostate cancer.
Those affected by the disease may consult the website of the Prostate Cancer Foundation to access valuable information and networking resources as well as offer a donation.
A month after Hollywood veteran Dennis Hopper was admitted to the hospital for suffering flu-like symptoms and abdominal pain, his representatives have revealed he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Hopper, who is also a drug and alcohol addiction survivor, is still in the early days of therapy, but he has already been seen smiling and in good spirits on a street in Venice, California, according to the Daily Mail.
Showing his determination to thrive despite the adversity, the star of Easy Rider also told the press he was "hoping for the best."
Such a positive attitude may serve as an inspiration to the more than 192,000 Americans who will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society.
Experts say physical exercise and a low-cholesterol diet can help reduce the risk of developing the disease. In addition, regular PSA testing is highly recommended for those at an elevated risk, which includes African Americans and those with a family history of prostate cancer.
Those affected by the disease may consult the website of the Prostate Cancer Foundation to access valuable information and networking resources as well as offer a donation.
