July 25
I've been enjoying the sunny and mosquito-free summer in Winnipeg. Seven months after my surgery I continue to feel fine.
Unfortunately, today the popular NDP Leader and Official Opposition in the House of Commons Canada, Jack Layton has announced that he is taking a leave to deal with a new occurrence of cancer. He began radiation treatment for prostate cancer in 2009. This news strikes home.
Here is his statement:"My battle against prostate cancer is going very well. My PSA levels remain virtually undetectable. However, these tests … also indicate that I have a new, non-prostate cancer that will require further treatment. So, on the advice of my doctors, I am going to focus on treatment and recovery."
We hope Jack Layton has a safe journey back to good health.
Update: Sadly, Jack Layton died on August 22, 2011
Links:
The Jack Layton cancer story at CBC Canada
Send Jack a Message
Public Officials Owe Full Health Disclosure
Contact: hstimson @ shaw.ca
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