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Charlene White becomes a patron

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

ITN presenter Charlene White has become a patron of Bowel Cancer UK, a leading charity which aims to save lives by raising awareness of the disease, campaigning for best treatment and care, and providing practical support and advice.

Charlene, who is from Blackheath in South London, is deeply committed to raising awareness of bowel cancer as her own mother sadly died of the disease 2002.

Charlene said: "Becoming a Patron for the charity means a lot to me. I lost my mother to bowel cancer when I was 21, after quite a few years of illness - so I am passionate about the issues and the charity. So many people are still so unaware of the illness despite someone dying every 30 minutes of bowel cancer."

"That's why more people need to learn to spot the signs early - as it's highly treatable. I know we're constantly told that we should be eating healthily - but simple changes to your diet and lifestyle CAN save your life. And it's important that we all understand that...before it's too late", added Charlene.

Charlene is also supporting Ethnic Minorities Cancer Awareness Week (11-17th July) to help raise awareness of cancer and the uptake of cancer services among ethnic minorities.