Vice President Joe Biden recently underwent surgery to remove a cancerous lesion from his chest. According to Kevin O'Connor, Biden's physician, a biopsy revealed the small lesion was basal cell carcinoma. The biopsy was done on the same day as Biden's annual physical. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of cancer diagnosed in the United States. It is a non-aggressive form of skin cancer that does not tend to spread or metastasize, unlike more serious forms of skin cancer such as melanoma. O'Connor reported that the area of the biopsy has healed nicely and Biden is continuing with his normal activities. He is currently 80 years old and is expected to make a full recovery. Biden's office released a statement expressing his gratitude for the care he received and his appreciation for the well wishes he has received from friends, family, and the public. He also encouraged everyone to follow the advice of their doctors and get regular checkups.