Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Gov. Being Treated for Prostate Cancer; Prognosis 'Excellent'

Edmund G. Brown Jr.

Edmund G. Brown Jr.

Gov. Edmund G. “Jerry” Brown’s office announced Wednesday that Brown is undergoing treatment for localized prostate cancer.

Dr. Eric Small, Brown’s oncologist at UCSF, issued the following statement: “Fortunately, this is early stage localized prostate cancer, which is being treated with a short course of conventional radiotherapy. The prognosis is excellent, and there are not expected to be any significant side effects.”

Brown is continuing a full work schedule during the treatment, which is expected to be completed the week of Jan. 7.


Gov. Being Treated for Prostate Cancer; Prognosis 'Excellent'