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Newcastle’s mayor, Ross Kerridge, 69, was diagnosed with aggressive lymphoma, is undergoing chemotherapy, and stepped down temporarily while raising awareness.
Newcastle Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge, 69, was diagnosed with aggressive diffuse B-cell lymphoma after an MRI for back pain revealed abnormalities.
He had experienced fatigue, sleep issues, and night sweats for months, initially blaming political stress.
The diagnosis, confirmed just before a planned holiday to England, led to treatment with six rounds of chemotherapy, expected to end in early January.
Doctors estimate a 55% five-year survival rate.
Kerridge stepped down from office until mid-January, expressing cautious hope about returning.
He is managing side effects like fatigue and voice changes, avoiding stress, and following a chemotherapy-friendly exercise program.
His wife Marion has been a key support, as the couple, married 36 years, have overcome past health crises, including a severe helicopter accident.
Initially private, Kerridge now shares his journey to raise awareness.
El alcalde de Newcastle, Ross Kerridge, de 69 años, fue diagnosticado con linfoma agresivo, está siendo sometido a quimioterapia, y dimitió temporalmente mientras creaba conciencia.