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Jane Fallon Reveals Early-Stage Breast Cancer, Surgery Set for the Week After Next

Her disclosure highlights how routine screening can catch disease before symptoms appear.

Overview

  • Fallon, 65, announced on March 12 that she was diagnosed about a month ago and described her prognosis as excellent.
  • An abnormality was first spotted during a routine mammogram a week before Christmas despite her having no symptoms.
  • Doctors followed up with additional mammograms, biopsies and an MRI to precisely locate the area to be treated.
  • She said she is receiving excellent care and is keeping a low profile as she prepares for surgery in the coming weeks.
  • Fans, fellow celebrities and Macmillan Cancer Support posted messages of support after her Instagram update.