Judith Lucy diagnosed with breast cancer, having bilateral mastectomy
Comedian Judith Lucy has breast cancer. She plans to have both breasts removed by week's end. Only one breast is affected.
Judith Lucy announced on Instagram that BreastScreen Australia found an unusual mammogram. Last Friday, she had a lumpectomy.
The surgeon found more cancer. The cancer is not very aggressive.
Lucy decided to have both breasts removed. The surgery is scheduled for Friday week.
Only one breast was affected. She released a wellness book days ago and joked about the timing.
In her video, she urged women to get regular mammograms. She said she remains OK despite the shock.
- BreastScreen Australia mammogram
- Screening source
- Relatively non-aggressive
- Cancer aggression level
- One of two
- Breasts affected
- Bilateral mastectomy
- Surgery type
Why it mattersHer story shows why regular screening matters. It reminds us that cancer can appear without warning. This can happen even when people take care of their health.
AustraliaLucy is a prominent Australian comedian and media figure; her openness about her diagnosis may encourage other Australians to attend BreastScreen appointments.
Corroborated byabc.net.au·thenightly.com.au
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