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Barack Obama, the former U.S. president, has dealt with various health issues over the years, including some that drew public attention. In 2017, he experienced a persistent cough and sore throat, which turned out to be caused by a benign tumor in his throat. He underwent surgery and recovered quickly, resuming his usual activities soon after. Then in 2021, Obama shared that he had undergone a colonoscopy at age 60\u2014a standard procedure for detecting colorectal cancer. The exam revealed a benign polyp, which was successfully removed. By speaking openly about these health matters, Obama hoped to encourage others to take preventive healthcare seriously.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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