Sally Kum, associate director of nursing and health information at Breast Cancer Now, said:
“We’re sorry to hear the news of Dr Punam Krishan’s breast cancer diagnosis and send our best wishes and support to her and her family as she ends treatment and starts to navigate life after treatment.
“We're so grateful to Dr Punam for sharing her experience openly and for highlighting the importance of early detection and getting any new or unusual breast changes checked.
“We know that receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can be devastating - and every 9 minutes a woman in the UK hears this life-changing news.
“It’s crucial that women are empowered to know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and the importance of regular breast checking, which is as simple as TLC, Touch, Look, Check - as the sooner breast cancer is diagnosed, the greater the chance of treatment being successful and lives potentially being saved.
“Anyone seeking information and support can speak to Breast Cancer Now’s expert nurses by calling the charity’s free, confidential helpline on 0808 800 6000, or via its forum or email.”