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Strictly GP Punam Krishan Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Says Treatment Complete

She credits early detection with saving her life.

Overview

  • The 42-year-old Glasgow GP and BBC Morning Live contributor disclosed the diagnosis on Instagram, sharing a photo from a hospital bed.
  • She said she learned the news five months ago, kept it private to protect her energy and children, and is now healing though still shaken.
  • Krishan praised care from her GP through breast and oncology teams within the NHS.
  • She urged people to trust a “gut instinct,” noted she had no family history, and emphasized acting early if something feels wrong.
  • Former Strictly colleagues Gorka Márquez and Amy Dowden posted support, and on Tuesday she thanked well‑wishers and said she is “moving forward.”