Last week, we learned that former President of the United States Jimmy Carter has cancer.
Today, the 90-year-old Nobel Peace Prize winner revealed in a press conference that he has four small melanoma spots on his brain.
Carter is scheduled to begin radiation therapy today. Speaking to the press this morning, the beloved humanitarian seemed optimistic and upbeat, despite the hard road that lies ahead.
“I was surprisingly relieved,” Carter said of receiving the diagnosis. “I’m ready for anything. And I’m looking forward to the adventure.”
Though he seemed to be in good spirits and stated that he’s experienced only "slight" pain thus far, Carter was realistic about the severity of his condition.
Doctors found the cancer during liver surgery, and they believe it spread from a different part of his body.
Despite his advanced age, Carter remains an active contributor to various humanitarian projects.
Just days after receiving his cancer diagnosis, Carter returned to work at the non-profit organization that bears his name and attended church with his wife in Plains, GA.
Perhaps no other president has contributed as much to the world after leaving the White House. Our thoughts are with President Carter and his family, and we wish him a full and speedy recovery.
