Delta Goodrem : Press Release
Press release 11th July 2003.
Delta Goodrem´s family today announced that Delta Goodrem has been diagnosed with Hodgkin´s disease, a treatable form of cancer.
Delta´s family were told of the diagnosis following a series of tests last week. Delta is currently undergoing treatment in a Sydney Hospital. In a written statement Delta said: "I want to assure all my fans that I will be fine and I will be back just as soon as my treatment is completed. Knowing that I have your love and support is making a huge difference and I look forward to seeing you all very soon."
According to the treating St Vincent´s Hospital Haematologist "Preliminary investigation indicates Hodgkins Lymphoma disease. Further testing is still under way, but at this stage given the early detection, the outlook in such instances would be positive".
As part of her extended family, Delta´s friends at Sony Music, her manager Glenn Wheatley, the cast and crew of Neighbours, Network Ten and Grundy Television all send Delta and her family much love and support during this period. Delta´s family are very grateful to have such a large extended family during this time.
Delta´s family have appealed for everyone to respect her privacy during the treatment period. Delta said her fans would be kept up to date on her progress through her website.