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Deion Sanders says he feels like his old self a year after surgery: 'I consider myself cancer-free'
By Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 29, 2026
· 4 min read
Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders says he feels like his old — and younger — self again a year after undergoing surgery to remove his cancerous bladder.“I consider myself cancer-free," thanks to robotic surgery that also reconstructed his bladder using part of his intestine, Sanders told The Associated...
Key takeaway “I consider myself cancer-free," thanks to robotic surgery that also reconstructed his bladder using part of his intestine, Sanders told The Associated Press after getting a tutorial in the surgical system that was used in his operation.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
As a prominent figure in the sports world, Deion Sanders' story of overcoming cancer has resonated with many in the San Antonio area, where he has been covered by local news outlets like KSAT 12. His experience with robotic surgery and reconstruction of his bladder using part of his intestine may raise awareness about the availability of such medical technologies in Bexar County. The fact that Sanders was treated at the University of Colorado Anschutz, which has a specialized program for urologic oncology, may prompt local residents to inquire about similar services offered by hospitals in the San Antonio area. With Men's Health Awareness Month underway, Sanders' testimony about the effectiveness of the Intuitive Da Vinci System could encourage local men to prioritize their health and explore innovative treatment options available in their own community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders says he feels like his old — and younger — self again a year after undergoing surgery to remove his cancerous bladder.“I consider myself cancer-free," thanks to robotic surgery that also reconstructed his bladder using part of his intestine, Sanders told The Associated...
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