BBC News Presenter Maryam Moshiri Reveals Blood Cancer Diagnosis
The broadcaster said she chose to speak publicly about her illness to raise awareness of the disease.
BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri has revealed that she has been diagnosed with blood cancer, according to the BBC.
Moshiri told the BBC that she decided to disclose her diagnosis publicly in order to raise awareness about the condition.
Further details about the specific type of blood cancer, the timing of her diagnosis, or her current treatment have not been disclosed in the available report.
The BBC has not indicated when Moshiri might return to on-air duties.
Sources
- BBC News presenter reveals she has blood cancer — BBC Health
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