Capital Breakfast host Chris Stark reveals testicular cancer diagnosis.
The Capital Breakfast star has been undergoing chemotherapy.
Chris Stark has revealed he has been undergoing chemotherapy treatment after being diagnosed with testicular cancer.
Regular listeners to Capital Breakfast, which is broadcast across the UK, will know that Chris has been missing a few shows recently, with co-presenters Jordan North and Sian Welby having told listeners Chris was at the doctors.
In an Instgram post today, Chris told his followers: “A bit of news from me, about 8 weeks ago, after a routine trip to my local doctors, I found out I have Testicular Cancer.
“I had surgery pretty quickly and have been off the radio/ podcasts the last couple of weeks having chemotherapy to best prevent anything from coming back.
“The reason I want to share this is that I feel like an idiot that I didn’t spot this sooner. And although I’m effectively cured and it was caught early, my hope is any bloke reading this will perhaps think to check themselves today. Or go to a doctor if not sure about any possible symptoms.
“Caught early, this cancer is so so treatable. It is most common in men aged 18-49. I also think it’s a tricky subject matter to talk about, but I’m willing to put my now one ball on the line here if it helps make that conversation less tricky for guys. Encourages someone to check themselves. And potentially saves a life.”
Chris went on to thank his family for their support: “Thank you to my incredible family, who stood by me and encouraged me to share what’s happened. I also want to thank my brilliant friends and work colleagues for supporting me and my family. And of course, a huge thank you to the incredible doctors, nurses, and hospital staff I’ve encountered, especially concerning cancer care.
“I also want to take a moment to send my thoughts and prayers to anyone affected by cancer.”
If you’ve been diagnosed with testicular cancer and need mental health support, you can contact Macmillan on their helpline which is open everyday from 8am to 8pm on 0808 808 00 000.
NHS have more information on testing and next steps here.
Cancer Research UK also have information on symptoms of testicular cancer and when to see a GP here.
Chris, known to millions of radio and podcast listeners for his previous work at Radio 1 and with Peter Crouch, will be back on Capital Breakfast tomorrow morning. Listen on Global Player.
