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Magda Szubanski thanks supporters as she begins treatment for stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma

Starting intensive therapy in Melbourne, she requested that fans keep their distance to protect her weakened immune system

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Overview

  • She publicly disclosed her stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma diagnosis on Instagram, describing the news as “rough” but expressing hope with her care team.
  • She began treatment in Melbourne with doctors administering one of the best available therapies for her rare blood cancer.
  • Szubanski warned her immune system will take a “hammering” and urged fans to wave from a safe distance instead of hugging or kissing her.
  • The cancer was discovered incidentally when a routine breast screen revealed enlarged lymph nodes after she had been feeling unwell for some time.
  • Fellow entertainers including Rove McManus and Megan Gale have sent messages of love and strength to the beloved comedian.