Olivia Newton-John, 71, labels her breast cancer battle a 'gift'
Daily MailOlivia Newton-John has described her breast cancer battle as a 'gift' which has helped her realise her 'purpose' in helping others who are on the same journey. The Grease star, 71, was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in 2018 and has been battling the insidious disease for 28 years. 'My focus': Olivia Newton-John has described her breast cancer battle as a 'gift' which has helped her realise her 'purpose' in helping others who are on the same journey Olivia added: 'My focus and purpose is continuing to find answers to treating cancer and helping others who are on that journey.' Journey: The Grease star, 71, was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in 2018 and has been battling the insidious disease for 28 years 'Early detection is best': The icon preached to other women to get checked, stating: 'I know it's scary to go to the doctor, but it's better to know than to not know' Battling the disease for the third time, Olivia announced she was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in 2018.
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