General Reveals He is Prostate Cancer Survivor
General David Petraeus, the commander of the multinational forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, has said he was successfully treated for prostate cancer.
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October 6, 2009
General David Petraeus, the commander of the multinational forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, has said he was successfully treated for prostate cancer earlier this year.
Petraeus was diagnosed in February, and underwent two months of radiation treatment, but has not resigned from his official duties. In fact, throughout his therapy the general continued to thrive in his latest position as the head of the U.S. Central Command with responsibilities to oversee military operation in 20 countries.
According to the Associated Press, Petraeus is still deeply involved in the debates about the two ongoing military engagements in the Middle East, collaborating on the new Afghanistan strategy with the National Security Council and making overseas trips to meet with the current U.S. commander in that country.
Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men, and the American Cancer Society estimates 192,280 new cases will be diagnosed this year. However, 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 donate money for research.
General David Petraeus, the commander of the multinational forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, has said he was successfully treated for prostate cancer earlier this year.
Petraeus was diagnosed in February, and underwent two months of radiation treatment, but has not resigned from his official duties. In fact, throughout his therapy the general continued to thrive in his latest position as the head of the U.S. Central Command with responsibilities to oversee military operation in 20 countries.
According to the Associated Press, Petraeus is still deeply involved in the debates about the two ongoing military engagements in the Middle East, collaborating on the new Afghanistan strategy with the National Security Council and making overseas trips to meet with the current U.S. commander in that country.
Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men, and the American Cancer Society estimates 192,280 new cases will be diagnosed this year. However, 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 donate money for research.
