TV presenter and former Countryfile star Julia Bradbury has shared news that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
The 51-year-old mum of three, who presented the BBC One show until 2014 before moving across to ITV, where has presented a range of popular shows, revealed the news on Tiwtter this morning.
She said: "I’m sad to say that I’ve just been diagnosed with breast cancer and need urgent surgery."
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Julia added: "Please self-check regularly and if you have any unexplained pain, tenderness or lumps, please ask for checks and follow ups. And ask for a second opinion if you’re not happy."
The star says she hopes sharing her story will encourage other women to get checked.
She said: "I hope this will give other women the confidence to keep checking and talking to their Drs, especially if they feel something isn’t “quite right"
She added: "Please take a look at @breastcancernow @pinkribbonfoundation for more info."
Fans and supporters flocked to Twitter to offer their best wishes to the star, including fellow presenters.
TV presenter Dan Walker said: "So sorry to hear about this Julia. Very brave of you to spread such an important message.
"Massive amounts of love & to you and your family."
Presenter and model Sophie Blake said: "So sorry to hear this Julia. Sending love and solidarity."
TV star Paddy McGuiness also sent his best wishes, saying: "So glad you got that check up Bradders.
"Can’t imagine how difficult it is but I hope your road to recovery is short and pothole free."
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