US EditionBBC Radio Scotland Presenter Takes Break for Cancer Treatment
- Bryan Burnett, a 59-year-old BBC Radio Scotland presenter, announced on June 5 he is taking a break from his Get It On show for cancer treatment.
- Burnett discovered a rare appendiceal cancer earlier this year when he had surgery to remove his appendix and requires complex abdominal surgery and chemotherapy starting next week.
- He shared the news emotionally on air, thanked NHS staff and his producers for support, and said Grant Stott will cover his show during his absence.
- Burnett revealed that his appendix cancer is a very uncommon condition, but he remains optimistic as the necessary treatment should lead to a complete recovery.
- BBC Scotland director Hayley Valentine described Burnett as a popular broadcaster and expressed that listeners will wish him well during his treatment and look forward to his return.
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The Independent (US)BBC Radio host announces break from show after ‘incredibly rare’ cancer diagnosis
BBC presenter will undergo complex abdominal surgery and chemotherapy as he recovers
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BBC Radio's Bryan Burnett announces break from show to have treatment for 'rare' cancer - The Mirror
BBC Radio listeners were told tonight that presenter Bryan Burnett would be taking time off from his evening show in Scotland to have treatment for cancer next week
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