Olivia newton-john cancer story

Olivia Newton-John was an outspoken advocate for breast cancer research and both traditional and holistic treatments before her death at age The Grease star was first diagnosed with cancer in and underwent a partial mastectomy, nine months of chemotherapy and a breast reconstruction.

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She later privately overcame the disease again in In the years following her diagnosis, Newton-John became an advocate for early detection and research and eventually raised funds to build the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre in Melbourne, Australia. The "comprehensive cancer center" treats cancer and also conducts research and clinical trials.

In May , Newton-John was told cancer had metastasized and spread to her bones. At the time, her team said the star would be completing photon radiation therapy. In addition to conventional medical treatments, the pop icon turned to "plant medicine" during her breast cancer journey. In , the pop icon told Today in that she used medical marijuana to treat her pain.

This plant is a healing plant. I think we need to change the vision of what it is because it helped me greatly and it helps with pain and inflammation. She also relied on spiritual meditation.