Gov. Tom Wolf and First Lady Frances Wolf at an event in Harrisburg Tuesday night.
Credit: State of PA
Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf announced in a statement Wednesday morning that he has cancer.
The governor, a resident of York County, said he was recently diagnosed with “prostate cancer that was thankfully detected early.”
Wolf is 67 years old and was sworn into office in January 2015.
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) _ Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf says he has treatable prostate cancer, will start treatment soon.
— Mark Scolforo (@houseofbuddy) February 24, 2016
Below is a statement Wolf released Wednesday morning:
“Frances and I recently learned I have prostate cancer that was thankfully detected early. My doctors made the diagnosis after a regular checkup revealed abnormalities. In consultation with my doctors, I have a planned treatment schedule that will begin in the coming weeks. Those treatments will last the next several months, but they will present no impairment to my ability to perform my duties as governor. Prior to beginning treatment, I will take a brief time to spend with my family. I am very thankful that my doctors caught this cancer quickly and have worked with me to plan a treatment schedule that will address my medical issues and allow me to serve the people of Pennsylvania. I encourage everyone in Pennsylvania to make sure they schedule regular checkups with their doctors and be aware of screening guidelines so early detection and treatment can be possible.”
