A former coach of the Aberdeen FC women’s team talks about his fight against bowel cancer.
Kenny Strachan was diagnosed with bowel cancer at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary in August 2020 and was given the green light in February this year.
He said: “It was one of the most difficult times of my life. I suffered mentally after my surgeries and felt a sense of hopelessness from not being able to continue playing football and not having compatibility for work.
The 62-year-old was referred to Clan Cancer Support, a charity that helps cancer patients in the north of Scotland.
He began attending clan training classes, which improved his physical fitness and were taught for his intellectual fitness.
He said: “The agreement gave me the opportunity to communicate my feelings, concerns and mind that I don’t like to share with those who know me.
“It’s been for me. “
To raise awareness, Kenny Strachan will be sharing his experience at the Clan’s bowel cancer awareness event later this month.
Kenny was diagnosed shortly after being routinely tested for bowel cancer. Scots between the ages of 50 and 74 get tested every two years.
But the former Scotland Under-17 national team coach admits he missed one chance.
Looking back, she regrets it and realized what it’s like to get tested regularly.
He said: “When I was diagnosed, the bowel cancer was more advanced.
“I’m incredibly lucky. So my message on this month’s occasion is simple: accept the check and maybe you’ll save your life.
Around 4,000 people in Scotland are diagnosed with bowel cancer each year, making it the third most common cancer in the country.
Hoping to stigmatize him, Kenny Strachan celebrates his party at the Clan’s bowel cancer awareness event.
It will be held from 10 a. m. to 12 p. m. m. on Saturday 27th April at Clan House in Aberdeen.
The event is part of the association’s activities during Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, which takes place in April.
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