Patrick Swayze says he is having an “excellent” response to his cancer treatment. Swayze was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last month. He has been in chemotherapy at Stanford Medical Center.

“We’re thrilled and grateful for the positive response Patrick has shown towards his treatment,” the actor and his wife Lisa Niemi told People magazine. “Also, we cant help but feel that all the prayers, meditations and good thoughts sent his way by everyone has made a difference. Thank you!”

Many of Swayze’s co-stars have voiced their support and concern for the 55-year-old Dirty Dancing star including Whoopi Goldberg, Jennifer Grey, and Kelly Lynch.