Portland Trail Blazers’ and Seattle Seahawks’ owner Paul Allen announced on Twitter yesterday afternoon that he has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. This is the second time Allen has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkins lymphoma, and his third battle with cancer in the 65-year-old’s life.
Some personal news: Recently, I learned the non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma I battled in 2009 has returned. I’ve begun treatment & my doctors are optimistic that I will see a good result. Appreciate the support I’ve received & count on it as I fight this challenge. https://t.co/ZolxS8lni5
Allen has begun treatment and plans to fight the disease aggressively, according to his twitter account.