Record numbers of people are having bowel cancer checks following the death of campaigner Dame Deborah James. Dame Deborah , a mother of two, was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016 and kept her one million Instagram followers updated on her treatments. Alongside Lauren Mahon and Rachael Bland, she launched the You, Me And The Big C podcast in 2018. She continued raising awareness until her death on 28 June at the age of 40. According to the NHS, between the months of May and July, 170,500 people were referred for checks for suspected lower gastro-intestinal cancers. Advertisement That number is an increase of more than 30,000 compared to the same period in 2021, and nearly 80,000 higher than the same period two years ago. Figures also showed referrals for bowel cancer hit a record high in the second week of July, shortly after Dame Deborah's death, up 60% on pre-pandemic levels. More on Cancer Dame Deborah James's husband shares … [Read more...] about Record numbers having bowel cancer checks following death of Dame Deborah James
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Cancer warning: Nation’s popular food choice contains carcinogens – do you eat this?
Chris Evans discusses bowel cancer and Deborah James' death SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info “Amidst the current cost of living crisis in the UK, an increasing number of Brits are relying on supermarket microwaveable ready meals to get by,” said Nutritionist Charlotte Fisher. While the small boxes may be a cheap and quick alternative, the nutritionist warned they may be taxing on your health if you have them too often. Related articles Liver disease: The symptom that shows up at night Diabetes: The cheese to reduce blood sugar and keep cholesterol at bay Fisher said: “Microwave meals are an excellent option for a quick meal on the days when you don't feel like cooking or don’t have the time. … [Read more...] about Cancer warning: Nation’s popular food choice contains carcinogens – do you eat this?
Brain cancer’s return leaves Waikato couple making memories on limited time
CHRISTEL YARDLEY/STUFF Brook Fawcett's brain cancer has returned and treatment has stopped working, so he and wife Abby are focussing on time together and making memories - including with a trip to Queenstown. Just two years after tying the knot, a Waikato couple are trying to cram a lifetime of memories into a few months. Brook, 41, and Abby Fawcett, 30, who are based in Cambridge, are seizing life together or, as they put it, “making memories”. Their fairytale of love took a cruel turn when Brook was told a few weeks ago that his brain cancer had returned and he had months left. He and Abby are set on making the most of every moment and “just take every day as it comes,” said Brook. READ MORE: Rare condition can't hold Mason back Mauha Fawcett can sleep again after Mellory Manning murder charge dismissed Major development in Mellory Manning case: Accused Mauha Fawcett released from jail “Things have become a bit more normal now, the last three weeks,” … [Read more...] about Brain cancer’s return leaves Waikato couple making memories on limited time
Olivia Newton-John to be honored with state service in Australia that will be “much more of a concert than a funeral”
A special memorial service for Olivia Newton-John will be held in Victoria, Australia, where the star grew up. During a news conference this week, Victoria Premier Daniel Andrews said Newton-John's family accepted his offer for a state service and it will be "much more of a concert than a funeral." On the Australian news show "A Current Affair" earlier this week, Newton-John's niece, Tottie Goldsmith, spoke about the star's final days and the state service. "On behalf of not just our family, but I think Australia needs it," Goldsmith said. "She's so loved and I think our country needs it so we're going to accept it." Monuments and buildings across Australia were lit up in pink to honor the star after she died on Monday at age 73. Newton-John's daughter, Chloe Lattanzi, shared several touching posts about her mom on Instagram this week. "You are my lighthouse mama. My safe place. My heart space," Lattanzi wrote in one post. "It has been my honor and continues to be my … [Read more...] about Olivia Newton-John to be honored with state service in Australia that will be “much more of a concert than a funeral”