Sky News' Dermot Murnaghan reveals cancer diagnosis
Murnaghan has been a news presenter at Independent Television News, BBC News and most notably Sky News.
The 67-year-old presented the BBC quiz show Eggheads between 2003 and 2014 before Jeremy Vine took over.
He has now revealed he is battling prostate cancer.
Some personal news……I've been diagnosed with Stage IV advanced prostate cancer I'm fortunate to have a simply outstanding medical team looking after me, who I can't thank enough - they are administering the best possible care with expertise, compassion and sensitivity.
Taking to X, (formerly Twitter), he said: "Some personal news……I've been diagnosed with Stage IV advanced prostate cancer I'm fortunate to have a simply outstanding medical team looking after me, who I can't thank enough - they are administering the best possible care with expertise, compassion and sensitivity.
"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.
"Early detection is crucial. And be aware, this disease can sometimes progress rapidly without obvious symptoms.
"I'm aiming to take part in Sir Chris Hoy's fundraising charity bike ride in Glasgow in September - please support it and join us if you can. Take care, everyone, Dermot."
A number of people rushed to send support to the newsreader.
One said: "I'm so sorry to hear this. Sending you love and all the best for your healing journey. I've always loved your work.
"Thank you for raising awareness and thinking of others at this difficult personal time."
Another added: "Sad to hear this Dermot but it sounds like you have a terrific family and support network and a great desire to battle through. Best wishes."
A third said: "So sorry to hear this, Dermot. Wishing you all the best."
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Dermot Murnaghan has been a news presenter at a number of different publishers, including CNBC Europe, Independent Television News (ITN) and BBC News.
He presented different news programmes on Sky News between 2007 and February 2023.
Murnaghan presented the afternoon rolling coverage live for Sky News when the monarch Queen Elizabeth II died.
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