Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with bone cancer while in prison

rnz.co.nz

Harvey Weinstein has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukaemia, a type of bone cancer, while incarcerated at Rikers Island, according to a source. He is currently undergoing treatment. Weinstein's health issues have been a concern, as he recently had emergency heart surgery. His representatives have stated he requires ongoing medical care. Weinstein is scheduled for a retrial in New York on November 12, following an overturned conviction earlier this year. It is unclear if his cancer diagnosis will affect the upcoming trial.


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