Politics & Government
California Gov. Jerry Brown Undergoing Radiation for Prostate Cancer
Gov. Jerry Brown is again battling prostate cancer, but the prognosis is good, according to a statement by the governor's office.
LOS ANGELES, CA — For the second time in about four years, California Gov. Jerry Brown will undergo treatment for prostate cancer, his office announced over the weekend.
"Fortunately this is not (an) extensive disease, (it) can be readily treated with a short course of radiotherapy and there are not expected to be any significant side effects," said Dr. Eric Small, Brown's oncologist at the University of California San Francisco. "The prognosis for Governor Brown is excellent."
Brown planned to continue his full work schedule through the treatment, expected to take place between late February and early March, according to a statement from his office.
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Brown was diagnosed with prostate cancer in December 2012 and underwent a course of radiotherapy, according to his state website.
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