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British Swimmer Archie Goodburn Diagnosed with Incurable Brain Cancer

The 23-year-old athlete discovered three large brain tumors after experiencing seizures during training.

  • Goodburn has been diagnosed with oligodendrogliomas, a rare and inoperable brain cancer.
  • He began experiencing seizures in December 2023, initially thought to be migraines.
  • Despite the diagnosis, Goodburn narrowly missed qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics
  • He remains hopeful as his type of tumor responds better to radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
  • Goodburn is supported by family, friends, and his girlfriend as he begins treatment.
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