Jobs Takes Medical Leave as Apple Readies Results

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Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Steve Jobs took a leave of absence as a rare form of cancer he’s been battling since 2004 and a more recent liver transplant worsened his health, a person with knowledge of the matter said.

Jobs has been unable to keep on weight as he undergoes treatment, said the person, who requested anonymity because the matter is private.