Mark Steel: Comedian ‘immensely relieved’ to be cancer-free as he praises doctors
Mark Steel: Comedian 'immensely relieved' to be cancer-free as he praises doctors BBC
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Comedian Mark Steel Declared Cancer-Free
By Thomas Mackintosh
Published on BBC News
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Good Health and Well-being
- Quality Education
- Reduced Inequalities
Comedian Mark Steel has expressed his “immense relief” at being given the all-clear from doctors, declaring himself cancer-free. Steel, 63, had shared his throat cancer diagnosis last October and has now confirmed that his treatment has been successful.
Steel praised the staff at University College London Hospital (UCLH), where he received treatment, and described them as “astoundingly fantastic”. He shared his experiences during an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme.
Last year, Steel noticed that his neck was “looking much bigger than normal” while shaving. Initially, he thought it was just an infection that would go away on its own. However, when it persisted, he sought medical advice and underwent a biopsy.
Unfortunately, his biopsy results were lost in transit, and it was only when he was contacted to arrange another biopsy that he learned about his cancer diagnosis. He was later informed by a consultant that he had throat cancer that had spread to his lymph gland.
After undergoing rounds of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, Steel received the all-clear from doctors earlier this week. He described the moment he received the news as “mundane” but also an immense relief.
Steel acknowledged the brutal nature of the treatment but emphasized the importance of staying positive and having faith in the healthcare system. He also commended the facilities at UCLH, which were recently visited by King Charles in his first public-facing engagement since his own cancer diagnosis.
Reflecting on his experience, Steel said, “It is partially the magnificence of the health service, and you have to get yourself in the right frame of mind, but mostly it is luck.”
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SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- Target 3.4: By 2030, reduce by one-third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
- No specific indicators are mentioned in the article.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators Table
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being | Target 3.4: By 2030, reduce by one-third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being. | No specific indicators mentioned in the article. |
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