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North Wales Chronicle
3 hours ago
- Health
- North Wales Chronicle
Former Sky News host Dermot Murnaghan diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer
The broadcaster, 67, who spent more than 15 years at the news channel before his departure in 2023, said he is 'responding positively' to treatment in a post to X on Monday. 'Some personal news… I've been diagnosed with Stage IV advanced prostate cancer', he said. '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. 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. — Dermot Murnaghan (@DermotMurnaghan) June 23, 2025 'I'm responding positively to their excellent treatment, and feeling well.' Stage four prostate cancer can mean that the cancer has spread into different parts of the body including nearby body organs, such as the back passage or bladder, nearby lymph nodes and other parts of the body outside the pelvis, such as the bones, lungs or liver, according to the Cancer Research UK website. 'I'm blessed to be fortified by the monumental love and support of my wife, family and close friends', Murnaghan said. '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.' He also said that he is aiming to take part in Sir Chris Hoy's fundraising charity bike ride in September which will raise awareness and funds for cancer charities across the UK. The Olympian announced he had a terminal diagnosis for prostate cancer in October 2024. The Tour de 4 ride, which will begin and end at the Sir Chris Hoy velodrome in Glasgow on September 7, aims to change the perception of people living with stage four cancer. NHS guidance says men over the age of 50 are at highest risk of developing prostate cancer, but Sir Chris wants to help men get screened earlier. About one in eight men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime, according to the charity Prostate Cancer UK, and the disease often has no symptoms in its earlier stages. Murnaghan presents true crime documentary series Killer Britain and the podcast Legends Of News. Before joining Sky News, Murnaghan presented ITV's News At Ten and the BBC Ten O'Clock News – now known as BBC News At Ten – as well as Channel 4 News. Murnaghan also hosted the BBC's quiz programme Eggheads and presented Sky News At Ten and talk show Murnaghan before his last role at the channel as a newsreader on Sky News Tonight. During his time, he covered big events such as the announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the 2019 general election, the funeral of Prince Philip and the 2020 US presidential election.
STV News
6 hours ago
- Health
- STV News
Former Sky News host Dermot Murnaghan diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer
Former Sky News presenter Dermot Murnaghan has announced his diagnosis with stage four prostate cancer. The broadcaster, 67, who spent more than 15 years at the news channel before his departure in 2023, said he is 'responding positively' to treatment in a post to X on Monday. 'Some personal news… I've been diagnosed with Stage IV advanced prostate cancer', he said. '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.' Stage four prostate cancer can mean that the cancer has spread into different parts of the body including nearby body organs, such as the back passage or bladder, nearby lymph nodes and other parts of the body outside the pelvis, such as the bones, lungs or liver, according to the Cancer Research UK website. 'I'm blessed to be fortified by the monumental love and support of my wife, family and close friends', Murnaghan said. '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.' He also said that he is aiming to take part in Sir Chris Hoy's fundraising charity bike ride in September which will raise awareness and funds for cancer charities across the UK. The Olympian announced he had a terminal diagnosis for prostate cancer in October 2024. The Tour de 4 ride, which will begin and end at the Sir Chris Hoy velodrome in Glasgow on September 7, aims to change the perception of people living with stage four cancer. NHS guidance says men over the age of 50 are at highest risk of developing prostate cancer, but Sir Chris wants to help men get screened earlier. About one in eight men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime, according to the charity Prostate Cancer UK, and the disease often has no symptoms in its earlier stages. PA Media Dermot Murnaghan and Alastair Stewart (Gareth Fuller/PA). Murnaghan presents true crime documentary series Killer Britain and the podcast Legends Of News. Before joining Sky News, Murnaghan presented ITV's News At Ten and the BBC Ten O'Clock News – now known as BBC News At Ten – as well as Channel 4 News. Murnaghan also hosted the BBC's quiz programme Eggheads and presented Sky News At Ten and talk show Murnaghan before his last role at the channel as a newsreader on Sky News Tonight. During his time, he covered big events such as the announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the 2019 general election, the funeral of Prince Philip and the 2020 US presidential election. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
ITV News
6 hours ago
- Health
- ITV News
Former news presenter Dermot Murnaghan diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer
Former news presenter Dermot Murnaghan has been diagnosed with advanced, stage 4 prostate cancer, he announced on Monday. In a social media post, the former ITV News at Ten and Sky News presenter said: "Some personal news……I've been diagnosed with Stage IV advanced prostate cancer." He added that he was responding well to treatment and was "blessed to be fortified by the monumental love and support of my wife, family and close friends." He also urged men over 50 to get tested for the disease and said that he would taking part in Sir Chris Hoy's Tour de 4 a cycling event in September which aims to change perceptions around stage 4 cancer. "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," Murnaghan said in his post. Murnaghan, 67, left Sky News in 2023. He was the the only broadcaster to present Sky's News at Ten, ITV's News at Ten and the BBC's 10 O' clock news, and Channel 4 was born in Devon, but moved to Northern Ireland as a child.
South Wales Guardian
6 hours ago
- Health
- South Wales Guardian
Former Sky News host Dermot Murnaghan diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer
The broadcaster, 67, who spent more than 15 years at the news channel before his departure in 2023, said he is 'responding positively' to treatment in a post to X on Monday. 'Some personal news… I've been diagnosed with Stage IV advanced prostate cancer', he said. '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. 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. — Dermot Murnaghan (@DermotMurnaghan) June 23, 2025 'I'm responding positively to their excellent treatment, and feeling well.' Stage four prostate cancer can mean that the cancer has spread into different parts of the body including nearby body organs, such as the back passage or bladder, nearby lymph nodes and other parts of the body outside the pelvis, such as the bones, lungs or liver, according to the Cancer Research UK website. 'I'm blessed to be fortified by the monumental love and support of my wife, family and close friends', Murnaghan said. '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.' He also said that he is aiming to take part in Sir Chris Hoy's fundraising charity bike ride in September which will raise awareness and funds for cancer charities across the UK. The Olympian announced he had a terminal diagnosis for prostate cancer in October 2024. The Tour de 4 ride, which will begin and end at the Sir Chris Hoy velodrome in Glasgow on September 7, aims to change the perception of people living with stage four cancer. NHS guidance says men over the age of 50 are at highest risk of developing prostate cancer, but Sir Chris wants to help men get screened earlier. About one in eight men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime, according to the charity Prostate Cancer UK, and the disease often has no symptoms in its earlier stages. Murnaghan presents true crime documentary series Killer Britain and the podcast Legends Of News. Before joining Sky News, Murnaghan presented ITV's News At Ten and the BBC Ten O'Clock News – now known as BBC News At Ten – as well as Channel 4 News. Murnaghan also hosted the BBC's quiz programme Eggheads and presented Sky News At Ten and talk show Murnaghan before his last role at the channel as a newsreader on Sky News Tonight. During his time, he covered big events such as the announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the 2019 general election, the funeral of Prince Philip and the 2020 US presidential election.
Rhyl Journal
7 hours ago
- Health
- Rhyl Journal
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." Recommended reading: Fern Britton recalls 'great fun' working with Phillip Schofield on This Morning EastEnders legend Mo Harris's real life brother is a famous Oscar-winning actor Iconic former ITV presenter left 'traumatised' after being assaulted and robbed 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.
