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Falcons owner Blank says he has prostate cancer

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank, who turned 73 last September, announced he is battling prostate cancer.

Blank addressed his health in a statement released Tuesday afternoon.

"In December, I was diagnosed with a treatable form of prostate cancer," he said. "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.