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Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, has been diagnosed with breast cancer

Chloe Rowland

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Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, has been diagnosed with breast cancer

Featured Image Credit: Associated Press / Alamy Stock Photo

Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, has been diagnosed with breast cancer, her spokesperson confirmed today.

The illness was detected during a routine mammogram screening, with the Duchess - who used to be married to Prince Andrew - said to be recuperating from surgery with her family.

The statement said: "Sarah, Duchess of York was recently diagnosed with an early form of breast cancer detected at a routine mammogram screening.

"She was advised she needed to undergo surgery which has taken place successfully.

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Credit: Associated Press / Alamy Stock Photo
Credit: Associated Press / Alamy Stock Photo

"The duchess is receiving the best medical care and her doctors have told her that the prognosis is good. She is now recuperating with her family.

"The duchess wants to express her immense gratitude to all the medical staff who have supported her in recent days.

"She is also hugely thankful to the staff involved in the mammogram which identified her illness, which was otherwise symptom-free, and believes her experience underlines the importance of regular screening."

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Credit: Associated Press/Alamy
Credit: Associated Press/Alamy

According to PA, the Duchess was treated at the private King Edward VII’s Hospital in London which is known for having treated royal family members for decades.

It is understood she will open up more about her diagnosis to fans on her Tea Talk podcast, with the episode set to go live on Monday.

If you’ve been affected by any of these issues and want to speak to someone in confidence, contact Macmillan’s Cancer Support Line on 0808 808 00 00, 8am–8pm seven days a week

Topics: Royal Family, Health, UK News

Chloe Rowland
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