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James Van Der Beek diagnosed with bowel cancer — what to know about the disease

As the former Dawson’s Creek star shares his diagnosis and says he’s ‘feeling good’, we ask a leading doctor for the facts on the disease — which is the fourth most common cancer in the UK

Evening Standard

Woman says Deborah James’s bowel cancer campaigning helped save her life

Lyndsey Ainscough says she only sought advice on symptoms after seeing the late ‘Bowelbabe’ on TV

The Guardian - UK

Dame Deborah James ‘saved my life from bowel cancer’

Broadcaster and campaigner Dame Deborah James died two years ago this week.

The Independent UK

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Royal duty should never include the cruel obligation to bare all about illness

Cancer was once unmentionable. But for the Princess of Wales, the new requirement for openness risks turning into ugly curiosity

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: comedians’ moving tribute to Dame Deborah James

A host of entertainers take over the Francis Crick Institute for Stand Up to Cancer. Plus: the ghosts are getting existential. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

‘How did I find the lump? I was masturbating’: Lauren Mahon on sex, breasts and the Big C

After a cancer diagnosis, 9 in 10 people experience sexual dysfunction. But the presenter of You, Me and the Big C is determined to change everything

The Guardian - UK

National Television Awards 2023: Holly Willoughby and Alison Hammond among stars on the red carpet

Alex Scott, Olly Murs and Katherine Ryan were among stars arriving at The O2 in London

Evening Standard

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Deborah James’s daughter launches anniversary clothing line for Bowelbabe Fund

Some 100% of the profits will go to the Bowelbabe Fund for Cancer Research UK.

The Independent UK

Natalie Rushdie receives support from Prince William and Kate for ‘amazing’ Bowelbabe charity song

The singer released her charity single in honour of the late Dame Deborah James

The Independent UK

Prince William backs powerful tribute in honour of 'bowel babe' Dame Deborah James

Singer Natalie Rushdie said her pal Dame Deborah, who died last June aged 40 after inspiring thousands during her battle with bowel cancer, would have been 'blown away' by the royal's support

Daily Mirror

How Deborah James has inspired thousands to get cancer check in year since her death

The much-loved Bowel Babe – who touched the nation with a podcast chronicling her illness – passed away last June aged 40

Daily Mirror

'I want to achieve so much more – Deborah and Rachael would be proud'

As she launches swimwear for women who have had cancer surgery, Lauren Mahon says her late friends would have loved to wear it

Daily Mirror

Sophie Ellis-Bextor reveals intimate performance for 'amazing' late pal Deborah James

Dame Deborah James, who died last year from bowel cancer, remained close friends with singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor after they met to record a podcast

Daily Mirror

Deborah James' dad reflects on 'final moments' with Bowel babe on 'hard' Father's Day

Deborah James' dad has looked back on his final moments with his beloved daughter, before she tragically passed away in her home after an incredible battle with cancer - where she raised £11.3million to fund vital cancer research

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The Independent UK

Dame Deborah James’ father recalls emotional conversation they had before she died

James, who campaigned to raise awareness about the disease, died last June

Daily Mirror

Dame Deborah James' proud family join poo emoji-clad Lorraine Kelly for Race For Life

The Race for Life event was renamed Race for Life for Bowelbabe in honour of the campaigner who died last year after documenting her bowel cancer fight

Daily Record

Lorraine Kelly shouts 'I'm a jobby' as she takes part in Race For Life to honour Deborah James

Lorraine Kelly dressed up in a poo costume alongside her team as they took part in Race for Life in honour of Dame Deborah James.

Liverpool Echo

Mum went straight to GP after seeing social media post

Gemma Crossley thought she had IBS years

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Daily Mirror

'I put years of pain down to IBS symptoms before doctors gave me shattering diagnosis'

Gemma Crossley, from Golborne, Manchester, was alarmed to discover her symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome were actually signs of bowel cancer

Manchester Evening News

'I put years of pain down to irritable bowel syndrome - then I saw Deborah James' story and got a devastating diagnosis'

The mum-of-two got her symptoms checked out after seeing a crucial social media post

Manchester Evening News

The National Television Awards long list in full, how to vote and when it takes place

Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield are up for best presenter at the NTAs

Wales Online

Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby on shortlist for top TV award

Phil dramatically quit the This Morning show amid reports of a fall out with Holly after saying the situation 'can't go on'

Daily Mirror

Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby face off at NTA awards in horrendously timed nomination

After 21 years fronting This Morning, Phillip Schofield announced his departure from the show with 'immediate effect' over the weekend but he has now been nominated for an NTA award alongside former co-host, Holly Willoughby

Evening Standard

‘Living with incurable cancer can be lonely — we want our badge to start a conversation’

Mothers-of-two Lucy King, 61, and Lucy Hilton, 48, became friends through their shared cancer prognosis. They tell Katie Strick why they’ve teamed up with Macmillan to launch a badge — and why a friendly ‘hello’ can make a bigger difference than you might think

Daily Mirror

Clip of Deborah James' heartbreaking final conversation with her friend wins major award

Dame Deborah James' final radio interview with her close Tony Livesey has been honoured at a radio awards show, one month ahead of the first anniversary of the late mum-of-two's untimely death

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