Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announces She Has Pancreatic Cancer

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) is battling pancreatic cancer she announced on Monday. Lee, 74 represent the 18th District encompassing Houston.in a seat sue has held fir 30 years.

"My doctors have confirmed my diagnosis of pancreatic cancer," Jackson Lee said. "I am currently undergoing treatment to battle this disease that impacts tens of thousands of Americans every year." She will continue to serve but said the diagnosis means she will "occasionally absent from Congress" However she will continue "to serve this nation and be present for votes on legislation that is critical for the prosperity and security of the American people."

She said "the road may not be easy" adding that she "stands.in faith" and is confident doctors have developed the best possible treatment plan.

The Congresswoman has been down a similar path before. She overcame breast cancer in 2012.