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Popular YouTuber, science commentator, producer, and vlogger Hank Green, brother of American author John Green, has revealed that he was recently diagnosed with lymphoma, cancer of the lymphatic system. In a 13-minute video titled 'So, I've got cancer.' Green addressed his viewers about the medical ailment and revealed "good news, bad news."
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Recognizing that the news of a cancer diagnosis would naturally concern his friends, viewers, and family, Hank Green assured them that while lymphoma is "bad news," the exact form of the disease that he contracted is called Hodgkin's lymphoma, which, as he announced, was the most treatable of the lot:
"Uh, good news, bad news. One, it's cancer. It's called lymphoma. It's the cancer of the lymphatic system. And good news, it's something called Hodgkin's lymphoma. It's the most treatable- like one of the most treatable cancers. It responds very well to treatment, the goal is cure."
"Wishing you all the strength": Popular YouTubers and online personalities extend their support as Hank Green reveals cancer diagnosis
Hodgkin Lymphoma is quite a rare form of cancer that arises from white blood cells called lymphocytes. Without going into the details, the disease hinders the body's immune system from fighting infections, making it vulnerable to pathogens. Medical professionals agree that despite being uncommon, it is pretty curable with proper treatment such as chemotherapy, radiation, and other methods.
In a subsequent tweet, Hank mentioned getting chemotherapy, joking that he needs a pelican for the ordeal.
In the thread, he also apologized to family and friends if they found out about the disease through the YouTube video and explained that while he has talked about it with some, he had not told everyone before publishing the video.
John and Hank Green have gradually become quite successful as YouTubers, as they run various channels on the platform, including VlogBrothers, Crash Course, and SciShow. Both brothers have a sizeable social media presence, with the news of the cancer spreading like wildfire.
Fans and fellow content creators have naturally extended their support on social media. Popular Irish creator Jacksepticeye replied to the initial tweet, saying:
"So sorry to hear Hank! Wishing you all the strength and energy to get through this"
Twitch streamer and YouTuber from MrBeast's team Karl Jacobs also sent "good energy":
As a viral creator, Hank Green's post also caught the eye of the official YouTube Twitter handle, which added their support:
DailyDoseOfInternet, the famous compilation channel on the platform, also responded, saying:
Other online celebrities and fans also flooded Hank Green's replies. Here are some general reactions from Twitter about his lymphoma diagnosis.
Hank Green has been known to dip his toe in many pots, having co-created VidCon, and being the CEO of Complexly. He is also a host of PBS Eons on YouTube and has produced multiple popular podcasts, even co-creating the series The Lizzie Bennet Diaries, which went on to be the first web series to win an Emmy.
