Rick Steves Diagnosed With Prostate Cancer

Rick Steves, the renowned travel writer and PBS host, has revealed he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Steves, 69, shared the news on social media, emphasizing that his doctor assured him it is a treatable form of cancer with no signs of spreading. He plans to continue filming two new shows in France before undergoing surgery at Seattle's Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in late September. Steves remains optimistic, viewing his diagnosis as a new adventure, and expects to return to work by the end of October. He credits his positive attitude and the support of loved ones for helping him face this challenge. Steves has been a prominent figure in travel media, particularly known for his show 'Rick Steves' Europe', and he expressed gratitude for the modern medical care available to him.