Scott Adams, the 68-year-old cartoonist behind the iconic 'Dilbert' strip, has disclosed he is now paralyzed from the waist down as he battles an aggressive form of prostate cancer. In a recent YouTube video, Adams gave a sobering health update ahead of another round of radiation therapy.
A Desperate Plea for Intervention
Adams confirmed his diagnosis in March and was later approved for a new FDA-approved drug called Pluvicto, which he believes could prolong his life. However, he claims the healthcare provider Kaiser of Northern California has 'dropped the ball' in scheduling the vital intravenous infusion. Unable to get the appointment rescheduled, Adams turned to social media in November to make a direct appeal to former US President Donald Trump, a figure he has long supported.
'I am declining fast,' Adams admitted, noting that while Pluvicto 'is not a cure, it does give good results to many people.' His public plea was stark: 'I will ask President Trump if he can get Kaiser of Northern California to respond and schedule it for Monday. That will give me a fighting chance to stick around on this planet a little bit longer.'
Immediate Political Response and Ongoing Struggle
Trump responded swiftly on his Truth Social platform, writing simply: 'On it!' This was followed by a reply from a representative asking how to reach Adams, stating 'The President wants to help.' This intervention highlights the extreme measures patients feel forced to take when navigating complex healthcare systems.
Adams had initially kept his cancer battle private. When he first went public, he was told his prognosis was poor and he 'expected to be checking out sometime this summer.' He has since indicated he has 'had it longer than [Joe Biden] has had it,' adding a pointed quip, 'Well, longer than he's admitted to having it.' This remark references ongoing questions from medical experts about how severe cancers can progress undetected.
Hope Amidst Paralysis
Describing his current condition, Adams stated in the video, 'I am paralyzed below the waist... In the sense that I can't move any muscles. I do have a feeling, I just can't move any muscles.' He is hopeful that radiation treatment will stop the tumour's growth and spare critical nerves. 'I might get my, at least, ability to get some strength back in my lower body,' he said.
The situation underscores a critical and emotional battle against time, bureaucracy, and a devastating illness, with a controversial public figure seeking extraordinary help in his fight for survival.
