When Sir Chris Hoy revealed a year ago that he’d been given the devasting news of a terminal diagnosis from prostate cancer, it was his smile and zest for living that actually struck home more. He was then determined to fight cancer, and to live to the fullest. Hoy is still an inspiration two years after his diagnosis.
Sir Chris embraces new treatments and medications as well as being an visible spokesperson for increased funds, awareness and research.
Hoy said, “Once I got past the diagnosis which for me, was more than two years ago, then the first stage of this is pretty grim. Then you start the treatment.” You may be lucky enough to respond well to the treatment. Then you can enter a period where you feel stable.”It is not always stable. Sometimes it will come back, and you’ll have to change your treatment. But the good news for me, in my case, is that there are many different options available, just as there are several for men with prostate carcinoma.
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Hoy has won six Olympic cycling gold medals during a career that was stellar.
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“It was putting my trust in science. There are so many people around the world who are working on new medicines, new treatments and hoping that one day, it won’t just be a fatal diagnosis. But I’m fine.”
Sir Chris has always maintained that his broken leg would not stop him from riding his bike, which is one of his favorite things to do. Sir Chris continues to ride his mountain bike despite retiring from professional riding after winning 11 world and six Olympic titles.
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