Lauren Laverne asks for ‘good vibes’ after revealing cancer diagnosis
Lauren Laverne asks for 'good vibes' after revealing cancer diagnosis. Credit: Instagram, Lauren Laverne
BBC presenter Lauren Laverne has shared that she has been diagnosed with cancer, sharing a statement from hospital.
The 46-year-old star announced this morning that the cancer was detected ‘unexpectedly’ during a screening test.
She also asked everyone to send ‘good vibes’ her way and sent love to everyone else in a ‘similar boat’.
In her Instagram post, Lauren Laverne said her cancer had been caught early and she is, thankfully, expected to make a full recovery.
Lauren thanked her ‘absolutely extraordinary’ family and friends, plus the medical teams, and her BBC Radio colleagues who have stepped in while she takes time off for treatment.
The star also urged people to get checked out if they have any concerns about their health.
She wrote: “Right then, some personal news… I recently had a cancer diagnosis. It was (thank God) caught early and unexpectedly during a screening test and I am expected to make a full recovery.
“I’m in hospital at the moment and wanted to take this moment to say thank you: Firstly to the medical teams who have got me this far with incredible skill and kindness.
“To my family and friends who have been absolutely extraordinary every step of the way – I am so very grateful and love you so much.
“And of course thank you to my colleagues – including those at @itg_ltd, @bbc6music, @bbctheoneshow and #DesertIslandDiscs for their support – and for giving me the time off that I need to get better.
“I also want to say that if you’re avoiding a test or putting off an appointment to get yourself checked out please, please do it today.
“Half of us will get cancer at some point, and if you do, finding out asap is everything. It’s usually my job to bring the good vibes on air but any you have to spare are very much welcome here.
“Sending loads of love to anyone in a similar boat, or who has made it back to shore. xxx”
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Featured image: Instagram, @laurenlaverne