Bif Naked begins battle with breast cancer
Posted on January 7th, 2008 by Hot Momma
Canadian rocker Bif Naked has been diagnosed with breast cancer. The platinum-selling singer Bif, whose real name is Beth Torbert, was rather surprised by the news which came three months after her marriage to sports writer Ian Walker. A Vegan, Bif does her best to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Bif called the news “surreal” in a candid radio interview with George Stroumboulopoulos:
Two weeks ago I was doing a self breast exam and discovered a lump. I went into my doctor for a checkup and he immediately sent me for tests, including a mammogram, which indicated a high possibility of cancer.
From there things have gone at what seems like light speed: biopsy, blood tests, cancer clinic. It’s been two weeks from being completely healthy to cancer patient with surgery, radiation and chemotherapy scheduled.”
Bif with the support of her family plans to battle her cancer while moving forward with her career and and has a really positive outlook and message about dealing with cancer:
I have never been one to give up when an obstacle is placed in front of me. I am in the fight of my life and I’m lucky to have the support of my husband Ian, and many friends, and family members. With the help of my BodogMusic family I plan to continue working on these recording projects in between the cancer treatments and come out the other side with two great albums and a clean bill of health.”
“I’m glad it’s me and not my mom,” she continued. “I’m glad its me and not my sister; I’m glad its me and not any of my friends. I am ready for the fight.”
“It is important for everyone to understand that cancer is non discriminatory and even those in great health can be subject to cancer as a diagnosis,” the singer adds. “I urge all women at every age to self examine and go for scheduled mammograms. Early detection is the best tool in the fight against cancer.”
Best of luck Bif, we’re sending positive thoughts your way!
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