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Arthur Blank diagnosed with prostate cancer

Falcons owner Arthur Blank said in a statement posted on the Falcons’ website Tuesday that he is receiving treatment for prostrate cancer.

Blank’s statement:

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Falcons owner Arthur Blank in gave up some responsibilities in December. Curtis Compton / ccompton@ajc.com

“In December I was diagnosed with a treatable form of prostate cancer. Over the last several weeks Angie and I have visited a number of expert doctors and hospitals across the country to identify the best treatment options for me. I have chosen an aggressive approach that will include surgery and the overall prognosis is good.