BBC broadcaster to take break after announcing 'rare' cancer diagnosis
The Get it On show host, 59, announced to listeners he was diagnosed with appendiceal cancer after having his appendix removed earlier this year.
He explained that a tumour had been discovered during surgery and that, although appendix cancer is incredibly rare, it is treatable and he is expected to make a full recovery.
His treatment will begin next week and involves complex abdominal surgery and chemotherapy.
He said: 'I've experienced the most incredible care and kindness from the NHS staff who have been looking after me. My surgeon is a Get it On listener so I know I'm in good hands.
'I will really miss the music and the chat when I'm off but our listeners have given me hundreds of great playlists so that will keep me going over the next few months.'
Hayley Valentine, director BBC Scotland added: 'Bryan is one of our most popular broadcasters on Radio Scotland and I know listeners will join us in wishing him well as he embarks on his treatment. We look forward to welcoming him back to the Get it On studio once he's recovered.'
Get it On is an evening show which airs on BBC Radio Scotland from 6pm on weekdays, and presenter Grant Stott will fill in while Burnett recovers.
Burnett previously presented Brand New Country, a country music show on BBC Radio Scotland for 15 years, and had stints on Radio Clyde and Northsound.
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