Chris Stark has been undergoing chemotherapy after being diagnosed with testicular cancer.
In a post on instagram explaining his absence from Capital Breakfast, Chris encouraged guys to check their balls and said he’ll be back on the radio tomorrow (Tuesday).
Chris said: “Around a couple of months ago, after a routine trip to my local doctors, I found out I have Testicular Cancer.
“I had surgery pretty quickly and have been off the radio/podcasts the last couple of weeks having chemotherapy to best prevent anything from coming back.
“The reason I want to share this is that I feel like an idiot that I didn’t spot this sooner. And although I’m effectively cured and it was caught early, my hope is any bloke reading this will perhaps think to check themselves today. Or go to a doctor if not sure about any possible symptoms.
“Caught early, this cancer is so so treatable. It is most common in men aged 18–49.
“I also think it’s a tricky subject matter to talk about, but I’m willing to put my own ball on the line here if it helps make that conversation less tricky for guys, encourages someone to check themselves, and potentially saves a life.
Chris went on to thank his family who encouraged him to share what happened, along with his brilliant friends and work colleagues for supporting him and my family.
He added: “And of course, a huge thank you to the incredible doctors, nurses, and hospital staff I’ve encountered, especially concerning cancer care.”