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Yahoo
33 minutes ago
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- Yahoo
The breast checks everyone needs to do, as Jessie J says cancer 'has all gone'
Jessie J says she is cancer free following surgery. The 37-year-old singer shared the news on Instagram this afternoon, saying her "cancer has all gone". Jessie, who revealed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this month, shared her pros and cons following surgery on the social media platform. Giving fans a health update, she listed the positives, writing, "Cancer has all gone" alongside a fingers crossed emoji. She also stated "my nipple is where it used to be, I can watch Love Island with no guilt, I am getting to rest and talk to friends more than ever, my mum lives with us…" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jessie J (@jessiej) The former The Voice UK judge shared that she was grateful for her partner, Chanan Colman, making her feel safe, her two-year-old son Sky "just being Sky" and connecting with others going through something similar things and the support they could offer each other. Saying some of her cons were "very honest" and some were "silly", she listed downsides including, "Not being able to be the mum I used to be and picking up Sky", the fear of not knowing if the cancer was really all gone and also "not pooing from the anaesthetic and painkillers". Since surgery Jessie said she has been on ibuprofen and paracetamol because her blood pressure is too low to take stronger painkillers. She added that although the pain and discomfort is "ok and expected" it is "a d******d when I'm trying to sleep". Earlier this week, Jessie gave fans an insight into her surgery saying she will "always show the good and hard bits of any journey" she goes through. In an Instagram post, she said she was at home, resting and awaiting results. The Bang Bang singer thanked her medical team and virtually hugged all of her followers "going through something tough right now". Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, most notably among women. Men can also develop this form of cancer so it's important for everyone to know how to check for it. Sally Kum, associate director of nursing and health information at Breast Cancer Now, said Jessie J's diagnosis emphasised the importance of early detection. "We know that receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can be devastating – and every 10 minutes someone in the UK hears this life-changing news," she said in a statement. "While breast cancer is less common in younger women, around 10,000 women aged under 50 are diagnosed each year in the UK. "We know firsthand from women we speak to that being diagnosed with breast cancer as a younger woman can feel incredibly isolating. "By sharing her own experience, Jessie is shining a spotlight on the reality of being diagnosed with breast cancer as a younger woman and on the importance of early detection of the disease whatever your age." She continued: "It's crucial that women are empowered to know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and the importance of regular breast checking – which is as simple as TLC (touch, look and check) – as the sooner breast cancer is diagnosed, the greater the chance of treatment being successful." Here's everything you need to know about checking your breasts. Whatever your age, it's important to take time to get to know your breasts and what's normal for you. Everyone's breasts are different, and they can change with age and at different times of the month. It's important to get to know how your breasts normally look and feel so it will be easier to spot if there are any unusual changes for you. The two most important questions you should ask yourself while checking are: Can you feel anything new or unusual? Does anything look different to you? Everyone will have their own way of touching and looking for changes, according to Breast Cancer Now. It's crucial to get used to checking regularly and be aware of anything that's new or different for you. When checking your breasts, you must check your whole breast area, including up to your collarbone (upper chest) and armpits. A lump or swelling in the breast, upper chest or armpit A change to the skin, including puckering or dimpling A change in the colour of the breast – the breast may look darker, red or inflamed A nipple change, for example it has become pulled in (inverted) Rash or crusting around the nipple Unusual liquid, also called discharge, from either nipple Changes in size or shape of the breast It doesn't matter when you check your breasts, as long as you check them regularly. The NHS recommends checking them around once a month, but there is no harm in checking them more often than that. According to Breast Cancer Now, the biggest barrier to women not checking their breasts regularly is forgetting to do so. Other reasons include not being in the habit of checking, not having the confidence to check them, and not knowing how to perform self examination. Manveet Basra, associate director of public health, inclusion and awareness, at Breast Cancer Now, recommended that women make checking their breasts "part of their self-care routine while getting dressed, showering or applying moisturiser". "Checking your breasts only takes a few minutes and there's no right way to check, as long as you do it regularly." YouGov research conducted by has found men to be educationally lacking when it comes to breast cancer. Results showed only 20% of men would see their GP immediately with common symptoms of breast cancer, whilst 78% of men believe there to be poor awareness of the disease. Although breast cancer in men isn't overly common, the NHS still says around 350 to 400 breast cancer cases occur in men each year, so it's important to encourage the men in your life to check their breasts too. If you notice a change in your breasts that isn't normal for you, you should see your GP. It may not be due to cancer, but if it is, the earlier it's picked up, the better your chances of having successful treatment. Basra said: "The sooner breast cancer is diagnosed, the greater the chance of treatment being successful, and lives potentially being saved from breast cancer. "This is why we want every woman to know how vital breast checking is and to feel empowered to regularly check their breasts, so that it's easier to spot any new or unusual change and get them checked with a GP, along with attending breast screening appointments when invited." Read more about breast cancer: Brits less likely to die from cancer and 4 other things we learned from Cancer Research's biggest report yet (Yahoo Life UK, 5-min read) 'The symptom that led to my breast cancer diagnosis' (Yahoo Life UK, 5-min read) Breast-cancer checks could begin as young as 30 to catch disease early (The Telegraph, 7-min read)
Perth Now
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Jessie J still awaiting results after undergoing surgery
Jessie J is still awaiting the results of her recent surgery. The 37-year-old singer underwent surgery earlier this month after being diagnosed with breast cancer, and Jessie has now clarified that she's still awaiting the results of her treatment. Jessie wrote on Instagram: "You have misunderstood my post. I posted a list of pros and cons of having breast cancer surgery. The first pro I put was... The cancer has all gone. This was a positive affirmation NOT a fact. "I don't have my results yet. I added the [fingers-crossed] emoji in thinking people would understand and clearly a lot didn't. A weird situation. My fault for not being clearer. But for now I do not have my results after surgery which was only 6 nights ago. I pray it will be true soon but the journey of cancer isn't that simple unfortunately. (sic)" Jessie posted the clarification shortly after writing that her cancer is "all gone". The pop star - who has two-year-old son Sky with partner Chanan Colman - offered a candid list of the pros and cons in her life, after undergoing surgery. She wrote: "Pros: Cancer has all gone. "My nipple is where it used to be. "I can watch Love Island with no guilt. I am getting to rest and talk to friends more than ever. "My mum lives with us. Sky just being Sky. Chanan making me feel safe and the messages are 10/10. "Connecting with other people who are going through a similar time and being able to support each other. (sic)" Jessie then detailed a list of cons. She wrote: "[I miss] not being able to be the mum I'm used to being and not picking sky up or the person I'm used to being tbh. I don't sit down ever. lol. "The fear of not knowing if the cancer is all gone - the mental with this is [face in clouds emoji]. "The pain and discomfort is ok and expected but a d******* when I'm trying to sleep. Sneezing is a myth - that hurts. (sic)"
The Irish Sun
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Love Island girls go to war after Toni DUMPS Harrison over ‘sneaky' Helena snog
THE LOVE Island girls have gone to war after Toni dumped Harrison over a "sneaky" Helena snog. . Advertisement 5 The Love Island girls have gone to war after Toni dumped Harrison over a "sneaky" Helena snog. Credit: Eroteme 5 Toni told Harrison that she was upset that he had kissed someone after their date Credit: Eroteme 5 Helena told Toni to shut up when she heard her arguing Credit: Eroteme Helena told Harrison tonight that she's not feeling Giorgio and that she doesn't fancy him. Shakira warned: 'She's what he'd go for in the outside world.' 'Don't put demons in my head,' Toni replied. Shakira continued: 'I just don't want you to look like a mug… I see that he's still invested in other people and I don't want you to be all in for him.' Advertisement Love Island After they returned to the garden She told him: 'We just went on a f***ing date yesterday and you're already going to the Hideaway with another girl.' He then admitted that he and Helena had a kiss on the terrace. Advertisement Most read in Love Island Exclusive Exclusive "I hope you enjoyed it," retorted Toni. She then remarked that she thinks it's weird that Helena is smiling at her knowing that she likes Harrison. Love Island shock as Remell and Megan are sent packing in savage dumping Helena told Toni to shut the f*** up and Shakira told her not to say that. Shakira then had a go at Harrison for not being truthful to Toni about how he feels about Helena. Advertisement Then Meg, Helena, and Later, Shakira then gave Harrison a She said: 'I don't know what planet you're on, you've obviously upset the girl, you know what reaction it was going to have…' But then the Islanders received a text and were asked to sit around the firepit for the results of the public vote. Advertisement And fans were left in shock as "cheaters" 5 Shakira had a word with Harrison and told him he must have known how Toni would feel Credit: Eroteme 5 Toni said she thought it was weird how Helena was behaving with her Credit: Eroteme
The Sun
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Love Island girls go to war after Toni DUMPS Harrison over ‘sneaky' Helena snog
THE LOVE Island girls have gone to war after Toni dumped Harrison over a "sneaky" Helena snog. The American bombshell, 24, branded her co-star a "sneaky b***h" after the pair sneaked off to the Hideaway. 5 5 5 Helena told Harrison tonight that she's not feeling Giorgio and that she doesn't fancy him. But Shakira and Toni were watching the pair and Shakira warned: 'She's what he'd go for in the outside world.' 'Don't put demons in my head,' Toni replied. Shakira continued: 'I just don't want you to look like a mug… I see that he's still invested in other people and I don't want you to be all in for him.' Helena then called it quits with Giorgio and headed to the Hideaway Terrace with Harrison as Toni watched on. After they returned to the garden Harrison and Toni talked at the Firepit. She told him: 'We just went on a f***ing date yesterday and you're already going to the Hideaway with another girl.' He then admitted that he and Helena had a kiss on the terrace. "I hope you enjoyed it," retorted Toni. She then remarked that she thinks it's weird that Helena is smiling at her knowing that she likes Harrison. Love Island shock as Remell and Megan are sent packing in savage dumping Helena told Toni to shut the f*** up and Shakira told her not to say that. Shakira then had a go at Harrison for not being truthful to Toni about how he feels about Helena. Then Meg, Helena, and Remell separately, questioned why Shakira was getting involved in the argument. Later, Shakira then gave Harrison a piece of her mind about his behaviour. She said: 'I don't know what planet you're on, you've obviously upset the girl, you know what reaction it was going to have…' But then the Islanders received a text and were asked to sit around the firepit for the results of the public vote. And fans were left in shock as "cheaters" Remell and Megan were sent packing in a savage vote. 5 5
Daily Mirror
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Love Island fans fuming and threaten to 'break in' as fan favourite at risk
Love Island audiences got the chance to vote for their favourite stars yesterday and the results were revealed tonight. Several viewers are upset that Shakira was in the bottom three Love Island viewers are threatening to "break into the villa" to protect one of their favourite Islanders after Shakira landed in the bottom three during the latest public vote. In scenes that aired tonight (June 27), the Islanders found out the results of the recent vote where viewers were asked to pick their favourite boys and girls in the villa. While some fans watching the show were delighted to see Megan dumped from the island, many were left fuming that Shakira was left at risk of elimination after she attempted to calm an explosive row between Harrison and Toni tonight. One person pledged their support for the girl, saying: "Breaking into the villa to let Shakira and Toni know we're on their side and should not have been in the bottom three." A frustrated fan chimed in, adding: "Shakira bottom three is crazy, the most level headed one there." A third declared: "Guys we genuinely need to step up next voting. It was 100 percent rigged but we need to split votes between Shakira, Toni, Alima and Yasmin and get Meg and Helena out the villa expeditiously." Others also started to buy into the conspiracy theory that the results of the vote were inaccurate, and one person claimed: "Producers playing games. No way Shakira is bottom three." Another agreed: "Now why did the producers think to lie that Shakira and Toni are the least favs? EMILY???? HELENA?????? Now the rest of those c***s will think they are better than them. Love Island feel shame and I hope you know you ruined any of the scraps of success of this season." Whether you love her or hate her, Shakira has certainly been a prominent figure on screens lately as she got involved in her best friend's relationship with Harrison, continually warning him against being dishonest with the American girl. Just a few days ago she spoke to Harrison, warning him: "My only concern is if you don't like Toni, I don't want you to lead her down the garden path." He admitted that he was not sure if she was his favourite person in the villa, explaining: "The thing with me, I'm so indecisive, I'll come away from a chat thinking Helena was the best chat…I have a chat with someone else and I'll be like ok she was the best chat." On tonight's (June 27) episode of the reality show, she took him to task even more after he did end up kissing Helena behind Toni's back. Shakira started off by cautioning Toni not to "be all in for him", saying that she sees how he behaves around Helena and does not think he is completely set on Toni. Toni was upset by these comments and asked her friend not to "put demons in my head", but she ended up leaning on her later when Shakira turned out to be right and Harrison shared a secret smooch with Helena in the Hideaway just one day after he went on a romantic date with Toni. Shakira has been praised for being a loyal friend as she confronted Harrison herself, telling him: "I don't know what planet you're on, you've obviously upset the girl, you know what reaction it was going to have."
