Texas Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee announced she has pancreatic cancer.
Jackson Lee represents the 18th Congressional District, which is in Houston.
“My doctors have confirmed my diagnosis of pancreatic cancer,” Jackson wrote. “I’m currently undergoing treatment to battle this disease that impacts tens of thousands of Americans every year.”
The American Cancer Society predicts doctors will diagnose about 66,440 people with pancreatic cancer. It is a rare cancer but one of the deadliest with the lowest survival rates.
“I am confident that my doctors have developed the best possible plan to target my specific disease,” Jackson Lee continued. “The road ahead will not be easy, but I stand in faith that God will strengthen me.”
Jackson Lee has represented Houston in the House since 1995:
To the constituents of the 18th Congressional District: Serving as your representative in Congress for 30 years is one of my greatest honors. Your hopes and aspirations inspire my efforts on behalf of our community every day. As I pursue my treatments, it is likely that I will be occasionally absent from Congress, but rest assured my office will continue to deliver the vital constituent services that you deserve and expect.I am committed to working with our Congressional Leadership including Leader Hakeem Jeffries and the Speaker of House to serve this nation and be present for votes on legislation that is critical for the prosperity and security of the American people. By God’s grace, I will be back at full strength soon.
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