Lloyd Austin, Defense Secretary, Released from Hospital
OAN’s Brooke Mallory
3:50 PM – Monday, January 15, 2024
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been released from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center after complications from prostate cancer surgery, according to a statement from the Pentagon.
“The Secretary continues to recover well and, on the advice of doctors, will recuperate and perform his duties remotely for a period of time before returning full-time to the Pentagon,” the statement said. “He has full access to required secure communications capabilities.”
The lack of awareness about Austin’s hospitalization and treatment for prostate cancer, even among top officials including the president, has sparked controversy.
Dr. John Maddox, trauma medical director, and Dr. Gregory Chesnut, head of the Center for Prostate Disease Research at Walter Reed’s Murtha Cancer Center, have reported that Austin has made significant progress and is regaining strength.
“He underwent a series of medical tests and evaluations and received non-surgical care during his stay to address his medical needs, to include resolving some lingering leg pains,” the doctors’ statement read. “He was discharged home with planned physical therapy and regular follow-up. The Secretary is expected to make a full recovery.”
“He has no planned further treatment for his cancer other than regular post-prostatectomy surveillance,” they continued, noting that the cancer was treated very early, which made his prognosis “excellent.”
A document obtained by NPR revealed that the White House is reviewing guidelines for Cabinet members due to the secrecy surrounding Austin’s hospitalization. President Biden expressed his faith in Austin but criticized the delay in being informed.
“It is not optimal for a situation like this to go as long as it did without the commander in chief knowing about it, or the national security adviser knowing about it, or frankly, other leaders at the department of defense. That’s not the way this is supposed to happen,” Biden said.
Austin’s prostate cancer was discovered during a routine check-up in December 2023. He underwent surgery on December 22nd and was discharged the next day. However, on January 1st, he was readmitted to Walter Reed due to complications from the treatment, including a urinary tract infection and abdominal fluid collections.
Austin now acknowledges that he could have done a better job informing the public about his medical situation. He takes full responsibility for his decisions regarding disclosure.
Prostate cancer is a prevalent disease in the United States, affecting 1 in every 8 men and 1 in every 6 Black men.
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How did the lack of awareness surrounding Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s hospitalization and treatment for prostate cancer contribute to controversy?
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Released from Hospital after Prostate Cancer Surgery
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been released from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center after experiencing complications from prostate cancer surgery, according to a statement from the Pentagon. Austin is expected to recover fully but will continue to perform his duties remotely before returning full-time to the Pentagon. He has access to secure communication capabilities, ensuring his continued involvement in his role as Defense Secretary.
The lack of awareness surrounding Austin’s hospitalization and treatment for prostate cancer, even among top officials including the President, has caused controversy. The White House is currently reviewing guidelines for Cabinet members due to the secrecy surrounding Austin’s health situation. President Biden expressed his faith in Austin but criticized the delay in being informed, stating that such situations should be handled differently.
Doctors at Walter Reed’s Murtha Cancer Center have reported that Austin has made significant progress and is regaining strength. He underwent a series of medical tests and evaluations during his stay and received non-surgical care to address his medical needs, including resolving leg pains. Austin was discharged home with planned physical therapy and regular follow-up. The doctors expect him to make a full recovery, as the cancer was treated early and his prognosis is excellent. No further treatment for his cancer is planned, apart from regular post-prostatectomy surveillance.
Austin’s prostate cancer was discovered during a routine check-up in December 2023. He underwent surgery on December 22nd and was discharged the following day. However, he was readmitted to Walter Reed on January 1st due to complications from the treatment, including a urinary tract infection and abdominal fluid collections.
Austin acknowledges that he could have done a better job informing the public about his medical situation and takes full responsibility for his decisions regarding disclosure.
Prostate cancer is a prevalent disease in the United States, affecting 1 in every 8 men and 1 in every 6 Black men.
Overall, Secretary Austin’s release from the hospital provides hope for his full recovery and return to his duties. The situation also highlights the importance of transparency and effective communication when it comes to the health of high-ranking officials.
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