Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein Has Cancer

The chief executive of Goldman Sachs, Lloyd Blankfein, says he has been diagnosed with lymphoma and will undergo chemotherapy in New York over the next few months.

Apparently, this will not interfere with his bankster activities.

In a press release, Blankfein said it is a "highly curable" form of lymphoma, and his doctors fully expect him to recover. "My doctors have advised me that during the treatment, I will be able to work substantially as normal, leading the firm," he said. "I will, however, reduce some of my previously planned travel during the treatment period."

The full release is below:

To my colleagues, our clients and our shareholders,

Late this summer after several weeks of not feeling well, I underwent a series of tests, which culminated in a biopsy last week. After the biopsy, I was told by my doctors that I have lymphoma. Fortunately, my form of lymphoma is highly curable and my doctors' and my own expectation is that I will be cured.

My treatment plan will include chemotherapy over the next several months in New York. My doctors have advised me that during the treatment, I will be able to work substantially as normal, leading the firm. I will, however, reduce some of my previously planned travel during the treatment period.  I have discussed this approach with our Board of Directors and they are supportive.

There are many people who are dealing with cancer every day. I draw on their experiences as I begin my own.  I have a lot of energy and I'm anxious to begin the treatment.  I appreciate your support and good wishes.

Lloyd