Heart-warming update from ex-Neighbours' star after receiving a shocking medical diagnosis!
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It’s always nice to see someone we’ve watched on the big screen or our favourite TV show emerge victorious after a difficult – and, in this case, life-threatening – situation.
This is the case for one former Neighbours star, who finally declared that she had made a miraculous recovery after being diagnosed with cancer.
Ex-Neighbours star Kate Keltie, who played the iconic Michelle Scully on the beloved soap, is celebrating an incredible milestone!
Months after it was revealed that Kate was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer, the actress has now been declared ‘cancer free’.
‘She was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer. Her cancer is extremely aggressive and has spread to other parts of her body, including her lymph nodes, blood, and hip bones (known as metastatic cancer),’ said Ebony Gilbert, the person who set up Ms Keltie’s GoFundMe page a couple of months ago.
Ms Gilbert also revealed that Ms Keltie needed severe chemotherapy, making working and maintaining her current job impossible. You can read more details about this story here.
Now that Ms Keltie has recovered, her GoFundMe page has been deleted. The page aimed to raise $25,000 to cover Ms Keltie’s medical fees, but it raised more than $37,000.
The final post on the fundraiser was an update by Ms Keltie herself, claiming she was ‘cancer-free’.
‘I recently received [the] results of my latest scan and was told that there had been a complete metabolic response to diseased areas. In other words, it seems I am cancer free,’ she said.
Ms Keltie continued: ‘The last six months have been the most challenging time I have ever experienced, to say the least. The diagnosis completely turned my world upside down, and it’s something I hope never to go through again.’
‘I couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you. Your support played a huge part in my navigating this horrible time. It will forever be something I remember and am truly grateful for,’ she revealed.
Ms Keltie also thanked the ‘amazing team’ at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne and her family and friends for helping her get through such a terrible ordeal.
‘The nature of my cancer, having travelled through the bloodstream, means that I will receive monthly infusions indefinitely, with no side effects, she said.
Ms Keltie also stated that surgery is now ‘off the table’.
‘Life begins again.’
Ms Keltie’s uncle, Michael Keltie, told reporters that when his niece went back with her parents to the doctor, she was told that the cancer was ‘completely gone’.
‘They didn’t know what they were hearing when they were told. They said, “What do you mean, it’s gone?” He said, “It’s completely gone”. So that is a really positive story, what happened with Kate,’ he revealed.
Breast cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed forms of cancer among women in Australia, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). Approximately 57 Australians are diagnosed each day, which means that over 20,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
In 2022, it was reported that over 3,200 Australians passed away from breast cancer, including 30-40 males. One woman under 40 loses the fight against breast cancer each week.
The relative 5-year survival rate for breast cancer is 92 per cent. The 5-year survival rate for Stage 1 (early) breast cancer is, on average, 100 per cent, and Stage 2 is at 95 per cent.
For locally advanced cancers (known as Stage 3), the survival rate is 81 per cent, while the 5-year survival rate for Stage 4 (metastatic breast cancer) is significantly lower at 32 per cent. Ms Keltie was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer, which means she’s one of the lucky few to have made a recovery from the disease.
Since NBCF’s inception in 1994, the death rates from breast cancer in Australia have reduced by 43 per cent. For a summary of various breast cancer treatments available, including what to expect with each treatment option, you can check out this link here.
Ms Keltie’s determination and bravery throughout her cancer journey is an inspiration to us all, and we wish her all the very best in her continued recovery.
Have you ever had to experience a similar situation? We'd love to hear your story. Share your experiences with us in the comments below.
This is the case for one former Neighbours star, who finally declared that she had made a miraculous recovery after being diagnosed with cancer.
Ex-Neighbours star Kate Keltie, who played the iconic Michelle Scully on the beloved soap, is celebrating an incredible milestone!
Months after it was revealed that Kate was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer, the actress has now been declared ‘cancer free’.
‘She was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer. Her cancer is extremely aggressive and has spread to other parts of her body, including her lymph nodes, blood, and hip bones (known as metastatic cancer),’ said Ebony Gilbert, the person who set up Ms Keltie’s GoFundMe page a couple of months ago.
Ms Gilbert also revealed that Ms Keltie needed severe chemotherapy, making working and maintaining her current job impossible. You can read more details about this story here.
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in Australia, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Credit: Anna Shvets/Pexels
Now that Ms Keltie has recovered, her GoFundMe page has been deleted. The page aimed to raise $25,000 to cover Ms Keltie’s medical fees, but it raised more than $37,000.
The final post on the fundraiser was an update by Ms Keltie herself, claiming she was ‘cancer-free’.
‘I recently received [the] results of my latest scan and was told that there had been a complete metabolic response to diseased areas. In other words, it seems I am cancer free,’ she said.
Ms Keltie continued: ‘The last six months have been the most challenging time I have ever experienced, to say the least. The diagnosis completely turned my world upside down, and it’s something I hope never to go through again.’
‘I couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you. Your support played a huge part in my navigating this horrible time. It will forever be something I remember and am truly grateful for,’ she revealed.
Ms Keltie also thanked the ‘amazing team’ at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne and her family and friends for helping her get through such a terrible ordeal.
‘The nature of my cancer, having travelled through the bloodstream, means that I will receive monthly infusions indefinitely, with no side effects, she said.
Ms Keltie also stated that surgery is now ‘off the table’.
‘Life begins again.’
Ms Keltie is no longer an actress. Credit: Twitter
Ms Keltie’s uncle, Michael Keltie, told reporters that when his niece went back with her parents to the doctor, she was told that the cancer was ‘completely gone’.
‘They didn’t know what they were hearing when they were told. They said, “What do you mean, it’s gone?” He said, “It’s completely gone”. So that is a really positive story, what happened with Kate,’ he revealed.
Breast cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed forms of cancer among women in Australia, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). Approximately 57 Australians are diagnosed each day, which means that over 20,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
In 2022, it was reported that over 3,200 Australians passed away from breast cancer, including 30-40 males. One woman under 40 loses the fight against breast cancer each week.
The relative 5-year survival rate for breast cancer is 92 per cent. The 5-year survival rate for Stage 1 (early) breast cancer is, on average, 100 per cent, and Stage 2 is at 95 per cent.
Breast cancer affects thousands of people in Australia each year. Image credit: The Seniors Discount Club
For locally advanced cancers (known as Stage 3), the survival rate is 81 per cent, while the 5-year survival rate for Stage 4 (metastatic breast cancer) is significantly lower at 32 per cent. Ms Keltie was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer, which means she’s one of the lucky few to have made a recovery from the disease.
Since NBCF’s inception in 1994, the death rates from breast cancer in Australia have reduced by 43 per cent. For a summary of various breast cancer treatments available, including what to expect with each treatment option, you can check out this link here.
Have you ever had to experience a similar situation? We'd love to hear your story. Share your experiences with us in the comments below.
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