38 m. ago Everything we know about Chris Hoy's cancer battle and wife's heartbreaking health news

The BBC will recognise Chris Hoy during a special segment in Thursday's Sports Personality of the Year awards after the Olympic cycling legend and his wife were hit by tragic health news

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5 h. ago Paisley girl receives Cancer Research award for courageous battle against leukaemia

Brooke Craig spent her sixth birthday in hospital during treatment for leukaemia this year and has set her sights on becoming a doctor or a paramedic when she grows up so she can help other families.

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9 h. ago Actor James Van Der Beek described as ‘ray of positivity’ amid cancer battle

The Dawson’s Creek star has been diagnosed with bowel cancer.

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34 h. ago Buck Rogers star Gil Gerard dies aged 82 after cancer battle

Actor Gil Gerard, best known for playing Captain William “Buck” Rogers in the hit sci-fi series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, has died at the age of 82. His wife confirmed he passed away at his Georgia home following a short battle with an aggressive form of cancer.

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39 h. ago Gil Gerard dead at 82: Buck Rogers In The 25th Century star passes away as cause of death is revealed

Actor Gil Gerard died on Tuesday following a battle with cancer, his wife Janet said. He was 82.

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56 h. ago South Africa rugby captain Lusanda Dumke dies aged 29 with very rare cancer

Tributes have been paid to Lusanda Dumke after the South Africa rugby union star passed away aged 29 following a battle with a rare form of gastric cancer

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58 h. ago South Africa international captain dies aged 29 after rare cancer battle

Lusanda Dumke played for her country on 33 occasions, captaining the side on three times

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3 d. ago Sir Chris Hoy's wife reveals their children's heartbreaking reaction to his terminal cancer diagnosis

The cycling legend and Olympic champion was given the crushing news he was battling cancer in September 2023 after visiting the doctos about discomfort in his shoulder and ribs.

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3 d. ago Game show legend and journalist dies after cancer diagnosis as fans pay tribute

Jeopardy champion Eric Berman has died at the age of 60 after a battle with cancer.

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3 d. ago Queen Camilla's 'heartbreaking fear' as King Charles told world of cancer battle

It is coming up to almost two years since the King revealed he had received a cancer diagnosis - but it seems Queen Camilla was unsure about him making it so public

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3 d. ago Men given prostate cancer warning as Sir Cliff Richard shares secret battle

Sir Cliff Richard has spoken about his prostate cancer diagnosis. With that in mind, medical experts have shared a warning to men about noticing symptoms of the disease

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3 d. ago Hairy Bikers' Si King makes heartbreaking realisation about Dave Myers after death

Hairy Bikers star Si King has opened up on his grief following the death of his close friend and co-star Dave Myers, who died in February 2024 after a battle with cancer

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3 d. ago Sir Cliff Richard battling prostate cancer as singer reveals year

Singer Cliff Richard has explained how he discovered the cancer early before heading on a tour to Australia and New Zealand.

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3 d. ago Sir Cliff Richard details secret cancer battle in major health update

The 85-year-old entertainer has revealed he has been treated for the disease for the past year

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3 d. ago Sir Cliff Richard, 85, reveals secret prostate cancer battle as he calls for a national screening test for men

The British star, 85, said he was diagnosed after a health check for his insurance ahead of a concert tour of Australia and New Zealand.

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3 d. ago Sir Cliff Richard shares secret cancer battle as he urges others to 'get checked'

Sir Cliff Richard has opened up about his cancer diagnosis and treatment in a new exclusive interview - As he disclosed details about his health, he urged others to 'get checked'

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3 d. ago Sir Cliff Richard reveals he has been quietly battling cancer this year

Singer Cliff Richard has explained how he discovered the cancer early

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3 d. ago Scots girl, 10, battling rare bone cancer for second time – just days after getting all

A GIRL of ten is battling a rare bone cancer for a second time — 11 days after getting the all-clear. Darcie MacKillop was first diagnosed last year after an X-ray on a broken arm. After a year of operations and chemotherapy, she was told in July that there was no sign of the osteosarcoma. But...

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4 d. ago King Charles 'deeply touched' at global reaction after speaking out on his cancer battle... as Kate lights up the Royal Marsden

Charles, 77, revealed in a video message that his treatment will be significantly scaled back in the New Year after he responded 'exceptionally well' to treatment following his diagnosis in February.

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4 d. ago Princess of Wales leaves heartfelt message to 'all those who have lost their lives to cancer' at charity installation as she recovers from her own battle

The Princess of Wales made a poignant visit to the 'incredibly special' Ever After Garden in Chelsea, West London, which is dedicated to those who have lost their lives to cancer.

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