August 24th 2024.
Coleen Nolan, the famous Loose Women star, recently shared her fear of cancer and how it has affected her family. She has been constantly on the lookout for any signs of the disease, as it has ravaged her loved ones in the past.
Coleen, now 59 years old, began her journey in the limelight as part of the popular pop group, The Nolans, where she sang alongside her sisters. Over the years, she has also appeared on various TV shows such as Dancing on Ice and Celebrity Big Brother, but her family has been deeply impacted by cancer.
Her sister Linda, aged 65, was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006. Unfortunately, the cancer returned in 2017, this time spreading to her hip, liver, and brain. Another sister, Anne, now 73, also battled breast cancer twice, in 2000 and 2020. Tragically, their sister Bernie passed away from the disease at the young age of 52 in 2013.
It's no wonder that Coleen is terrified she could also be diagnosed with cancer, considering the history of the disease in her family. She admits to checking for any signs of cancer every day, constantly worried that she could be next. "We have had so much heartache," she says, "I'm always checking. I still have this thing when I think, 'What if I have missed it?'"
The impact of cancer on her family, particularly her sister Linda, whose current diagnosis is terminal, has prompted Coleen to take extra precautions. In addition to the NHS mammogram every two years, she also pays for regular appointments with a breast specialist. She shares how her sister Anne was lucky to avoid a mastectomy as she always caught the cancer early on. However, when it came to Bernie, Coleen had a sense of impending doom, questioning if the family could be "three times lucky" after Anne and Linda's diagnoses.
Last year, Linda revealed she had been "preparing for the worst" after the cancer spread to her brain. Despite this, she was grateful to make it to Christmas. Coleen also had a cancer scare of her own in 2023 when she underwent treatment for a type of low-grade skin cancer. Luckily, it did not develop into the more dangerous form, melanoma.
Reflecting on her family's experiences with cancer, Coleen shares how she is always vigilant and never ignores any symptoms. "Whenever I'm in the shower, I will have a good feel and check. And if there is ever a time when I think, 'I don't like that,' I will go to the doctor straight away."
She also emphasizes the importance of catching the disease early, as her sister Linda regrets not seeking help sooner. "She didn't go straight away, so by the time they found it...it was huge."
Despite the constant fear and worry, Coleen remains positive and takes necessary precautions to ensure she catches any signs of cancer early on. She hopes to never have to go through what her family has, but she knows that she is prepared if she ever does. Loose Women airs every weekday on ITV1, where Coleen can be seen sharing her life experiences and speaking out on important issues. If you have a story or any celebrity news you'd like to share, you can get in touch with the entertainment team at The Agency via email or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you.
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