Posted on 08/29/2023 9:34:07 AM PDT by Red Badger
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) has issued a statement revealing that he’s been diagnosed with myeloma, a blood cancer.
Scalise revealed his diagnosis in a statement to Punchbowl News.
The Republican congressman told the outlet:
“After a few days of not feeling like myself this past week, I had some blood work done.
“The results uncovered some irregularities and after undergoing additional tests, I was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, a very treatable blood cancer.
“I have now begun treatment, which will continue for the next several months.
“I expect to work through this period and intend to return to Washington, continuing my work as Majority Leader and serving the people of Louisiana’s First Congressional District.
“I am incredibly grateful we were able to detect this early and that this cancer is treatable.
“I am thankful for my excellent medical team, and with the help of God, the support of my family, friends, colleagues, and constituents, I will tackle this with the same strength and energy as I have tackled past challenges.”
Scalise also confirmed the news in a statement from his Twitter/X account.
According to The American Society of Hematology:
Myeloma is cancer of the plasma cells. Plasma cells are white blood cells that produce disease- and infection-fighting antibodies in your body.
Prayers for you Steve. We’re with you all the way.
🙏🙏🙏
My mother...passed away with complications from this cancer.
Treatable yes but 50/50 for five years then there after death rate percentage actually goes down for those that survive but you never beat it really.
I wish the best for Steve, but why did this need a public announcement? Can such blood cancers render a person to being disabled and not able to work? Does it work quickly?
Not all cancers produce rapid deterioration.
Bernie supporters are thanking Darwin today. This time they got him.
Prayers up for Steve Scalise. He’s been through some rough patches with his health and survival from demonic DemoRat shooting.
Serious sincere prayers for him at our house.
Prayers for Steve. He has had his share of hardships and hope he survives this.
Why does stuff like this never take down the real creeps?
Only the good die young......................
Terrible news after all he went through in the shooting. Let’s hope for a speedy recovery.
Only my personal opinion, but maybe God is giving these evil people chances to repent.
Multiple Myeloma is much more treatable now than it was before, especially for the newly diagnosed. Tom Brokaw has been living with it for almost 10 years, I think
Yes, treatable, but many don't live beyond five years. A very serious illness.
He’s had a tough few years.
Prayers up for Mr. Scalise. He’s a good man and a blessing to America.
Prayers up.
These days it is better for a conservative to make the announcement yourself instead of the MSM making it.
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