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Ruth Bader Ginsburg announces she is undergoing chemotherapy, can still perform Supreme Court duties

, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg announced Friday that she is undergoing chemotherapy to treat a "reoccurrence of cancer."released from the hospital"On May 19, I began a course of chemotherapy to treat a recurrence of cancer," Ginsburg said in the statement. "A periodic scan in February followed by a biopsy revealed lesions on my liver. My recent hospitalizations to remove gall stones and treat an infection were unrelated to this recurrence.

" I am tolerating chemotherapy well and am encouraged by the success of my current treatment. I will continue bi-weekly chemotherapy to keep my cancer at bay, and am able to maintain an active daily routine. Throughout, I have kept up with opinion writing and all other Court work." "I have often said I would remain a member of the Court as long as I can do the job full steam. I remain fully able to do that."for that gallbladder condition, raising concerns about her ability to stay on the bench. However, she still conducted oral arguments and court business from the hospital.

Beyond being treated for the tumor on her pancreas last year, she was previously treated for colorectal cancer in 1999 and pancreatic cancer in 2009. She had lung surgery to remove cancerous growths in December 2018.Something is loading.By clicking ‘Sign up’, you agree to receive marketing emails from Business Insider as well as other partner offers and accept our

 

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Such an incredible woman. JusticeGinsberg is an inspiration. I’m so glad her treatment plan is working to once again defeat cancer. My prayers continue for her recovery.

All these 'pro-life' folks sure do want to see her die.

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