Dermot Murnaghan, a former Sky News anchor, has taken to X to confess his displeasure with his cancer diagnosis and vow to never let it “take him down.”
Former Sky News anchor Dermot Murnaghan has been diagnosed with cancer. As he announced the news, he took to X to speak about how he is handling the devastating diagnosis.
Thomas Newton, who had sent Dermot his well-wishes to Sky News, said: “Ha! I’m following @chrishoy’s example (albeit at a significantly shower-like pace) and I can’t take this lying down.
The broadcaster on X received heartfelt condolences from others who expressed their support, saying, “Ah thanks Kathleen, I believe that all the enormous support I’m receiving is a big part of that journey.
The broadcaster revealed he’s been responding to treatment and praised his “outstanding medical team” for their care during the devastating time. At the time of sharing his diagnosis, he also issued a passionate plea to men.
Dermot, 67, joined Sky in 2007 and presented a string of news programmes, including the death of Queen Elizabeth on September 8, and was the first broadcaster to share the tragic news. He later made the decision to leave the network two years ago.
Away from the Sky network, Dermot was a familiar face on BBC News , Channel 4 and Independent Television News. He also fronted Eggheads between 2003 and 2014, when Jeremy Vine later took over the role.
He confirmed his diagnosis by stating, “Some personal news. I’ve been diagnosed with Stage IV advanced prostate cancer. I can’t thank them enough. They are providing the best possible care with expertise, compassion, and sensitivity,” in a statement shared on social media.
“I’m responding positively to their excellent treatment and feeling well. I’m blessed to be fortified by the monumental love and support of my wife, family and close friends. Needless to say, my message to all men over 50, in high-risk groups, or displaying symptoms, is get yourself tested and campaign for routine prostate screening by the NHS .”
He went on to add: “Early detection is crucial. And be aware, this disease can sometimes progress rapidly without obvious symptoms. Details @ProstateUK @PCR_News. I’m aiming to take part in Sir Chris Hoy’s fundraising charity bike ride – http://tourde4.com – in Glasgow in September – please support it and join us if you can. Take care, everyone, Dermot.”
Sir Chris Hoy, 49, has prostate cancer, and he was diagnosed with it in October of last year, sadly revealing that he only had two to four years to live.
Prostate Cancer UK states that most men with the cancer don’t have any signs or symptoms of the disease. However, noticing changes in the way a man urinates is a likely indication of an enlarged prostate, but they still recommend having it checked out.
They add that bladder-embolic symptoms include urination-related discomfort, a weak flow when urinating, urinating irregularly, dribbling after urinating, needing to urinate more frequently at night, and sudden urges to urinate, as well as leaks occasionally before using the restroom.
Advanced prostate cancer can cause symptoms like back pain, hip pain, pelvic pain, trouble getting an erection, blood in the urine or sperm, and weight loss that is not related to the cause of the disease.
If you have been affected by this story, advice and support can be found at Macmillan Cancer Support and Prostate Cancer UK .
