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http://thehill.com/leading-the-news/kennedys-cancer-in-remission-2009-05-19.html
Sen. Edward Kennedy’s brain cancer is in remission and he is expected back in the Senate after the Memorial Day recess to spearhead healthcare reform, according to Democratic colleagues.
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) said Tuesday that he spoke with Kennedy’s wife, Vicki, in the past few days and was told the 77-year-old lawmaker is “doing fine.”
Reid said Kennedy’s cancer is in remission and added that while the lawmaker is going through another regiment of treatment, the procedure “is not unusual.”
chemisttree said:I wouldn't trust ANYTHING that Harry Reid said...
Reid's office, however, said the senator misspoke, and released the following statement: "Senator Reid will leave the diagnosing to doctors. But he does look forward to the prospect of Senator Kennedy's return to the Senate as soon as he is able."
Ted Kennedy was diagnosed with a malignant glioma, a type of brain cancer, in May 2008.
Ted Kennedy underwent surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy to treat his cancer.
Yes, Ted Kennedy's cancer is currently in remission. He announced in June 2009 that his latest MRI showed no signs of cancer.
Remission means that there are no longer any signs or symptoms of cancer in the body. However, it is important to continue monitoring and follow-up care to ensure the cancer does not return.
The prognosis for Ted Kennedy's cancer in remission is positive. However, as with any cancer, there is always a chance of recurrence and it is important for him to continue with regular check-ups and follow-up care with his medical team.