In a stunning revelation of the goings-on in the former office of Joe Biden, it came to light that what might be perceived as a disregard for standard healthcare practices was the norm. The entire tenure of Biden’s presidency shows an absence of a vital prostate-cancer related test, the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test. The looming questions about a potential coverup have started to unfurl with newfound vigor and skepticism.
Curiously, the administration of ex-President Biden stands firm that no diagnosis of prostate cancer had ever been made until the news that came last week. The defiance by Biden’s spokesperson on Tuesday to mildew this as a case of misinformation and speculation has only piqued public intrigue further, painting an increasing dubious picture.
Chris Meagher, who represents Mr. Biden, went on record mentioning a lone prostate-specific antigen test from 2014. The last known PSA test of Biden’s puts him at 71 or 72 years old at the time, but what arouses bewilderment is the cease thereafter.
The adamant statements about Biden’s health records do bring with them a certain degree of clarity. However, they fail to answer a fundamental question – why did the once-President not undergo regular screening for prostate cancer throughout his presidency?
Supporters of Biden, including medical professionals, resort to explaining the aberration by citing guidelines that suggest men over 70 refrain from regular PSA screening. They insist that the variation in these guidelines across different medical boards should be taken into account, labeling the expectation of regular prostate cancer screening as ‘unnecessary’.
Despite the guidelines and the defense by such medical allies, it’s plain to see that Biden is far from an ‘average American man.’ Being the oldest president in the history of the United States, the discovery of stage 4 prostate cancer poses a momentous question of neglect regarding his health.
This unsettling revelation has largely rocked the court of public opinion. His decision to set aside routine medical checks is especially questionable given the fact that Biden continued to vie for a second presidential term until July. Had he secured the vote, he would be sitting as an octogenarian visionary at 86 by the end of his term.
Ignoring the medical guidelines, some seniors do opt for regular PSA screenings. This reality, taken alongside Biden’s health oversight, serves as an unceremonious contrast and a stark reminder of what could and should have been.
A remarkable contradiction to Biden’s approach is visible in Donald Trump, the 78-year-old former President. Despite being older than 70, former President Trump has been consistently proactive in having regular PSA tests according to his medical records spanning the last decade.
The most recent medical report for Trump further accentuates this discrepancy. His physical examination last month shows a ‘normal’ PSA level, a transparency and responsibility not emulated by his predecessor raising even more questions about Biden’s oversight.
Regardless of the rationalizations offered, it is undeniable that Biden, during his presidency, did not prioritize something as crucial as this routine test, inducing disbelief and disillusionment.
The recent diagnosis of stage 4 prostate cancer has left the public, especially the supporters, aghast at the level of health negligence shown by the ex-president. It may also challenge his decision-making capability, which should be focused on prioritizing public health, insinuating a much deeper concern.
In conclusion, the case of Biden and his PSA test evokes a potent mix of bewilderment, scrutiny, and disappointment. The scandal brought forth by his recent diagnosis leaves one final, hanging question in the air: Should there be better checks and balances for the highest office in the nation? Only time will tell.