Bif Naked Begins Battle with Breast Cancer
She Plays Music would like to extend our best wishes to Canadian Rocker Bif Naked as she begins her battle with breast cancer.
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.
On a Canadian radio show, Bif called the news "surreal."
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," she told George Stroumboulopoulos on The Strombo Show.
"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 promises to battle her breast cancer once day at a time and keep a positive outlook.
"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."
Rock on, Bif. We’re sending positive thoughts your way.
Image via The Cover Zone
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1 opinion for Bif Naked Begins Battle with Breast Cancer
Jai
Mar 7, 2008 at 7:38 pm
I am a huge fan of bif naked and I expected her to be brave about fighting cancer and that says a lot about her character. I wish her a fast recovery and for her to continue to make great music - she has made a such a big impact on my life since I first heard her song “lucky” back when I was 15.
I look forward to more of her in the future - happy and healthy.
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