NSW deputy premier Prue Car reveals breast cancer diagnosis and will take time off to ‘fight this'
The deputy premier of New South Wales has revealed she has breast cancer and is taking time out to undergo treatment.
Labor's Prue Car said the cancer was discovered during a screening and that, because it was caught early, her doctors were optimistic about her prognosis.
'I've faced this challenge before, and I'm determined to beat it again,' she said on Tuesday. 'Testing has confirmed this is unrelated to my previous diagnosis.'
Car, who is in her early 40s and has a young son, took leave in 2022 after being diagnosed with kidney cancer.
In a video posted on social media she asked the community to 'bear with me while I get this done, while I fight this off'.
'I'll be taking this time to get myself well and spend time with my young family.'
Car has been deputy premier of NSW since Labor won government in March 2023.
Her portfolios of minister for education and early learning and the minister for western Sydney will be taken over by her fellow minister Courtney Houssos while she undergoes treatment.
'Breast cancer screenings are vital for early detection and treatment, and I strongly encourage all women to stay up to date with their checks,' Car said.
The premier, Chris Minns, said Car was a fighter and would face her health challenge with determination and grace.
'I fully support her decision to take the time she needs to focus on her health and recovery, and I know she will be supported by expert care and the love of her family, friends, and colleagues,' he said.
'I also echo her important message about early detection and encourage everyone to stay on top of their health checks.'
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