Carol Vorderman reveals she is undergoing tests for ’70 cancers’ after being ‘struck with sudden and chronically debilitating rheumatoid arthritis’

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Carol Vorderman has shared that she’s being tested for various cancers, after a severe case of rheumatoid arthritis left her feeling unwell last year.

The 64-year-old TV host shared how her views on health have shifted since her own diagnosis, while responding to an Instagram post by actress Sally Dynevor about getting a full body MRI scan.

Sally shared that you shouldn’t take your health for granted. She recently got a full body MRI and CT scan because she believes in finding potential problems early, and she liked that these scans don’t use radiation.

Taking preventive measures can save lives by identifying potential health issues before you even feel sick. The Ezra scan provides valuable information and helps you feel more secure about your health.

Carol recently had a full body MRI and is now proactively getting screened for several types of cancer.

Hi everyone! I’m a big believer in proactive health, so I recently had a full-body MRI, and thankfully everything looked good. This week, I’m getting a blood test that screens for a wide range of cancers – seventy different types, to be exact! Honestly, finding things early is my new motto when it comes to wellness. It just gives me peace of mind.

While the price of these services has decreased significantly, they remain unaffordable for many. I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis nearly a year ago, and it’s been a long journey to find the right medication. This experience has completely changed my perspective and made me truly appreciate my health.

Thank you so much for sharing this and being so honest – it really means a lot to us! We appreciate your support.

Coronation Street actress Sally responded to Carol with a supportive message: ‘It’s so important to prioritize self-care as we age. Sending you lots of love xxx’.

Carol recently shared on Heart Breakfast that she struggles with rheumatoid arthritis, a long-term health condition that sometimes causes her so much pain she ends up spending an entire day in tears on the floor.

She explained to hosts Amanda Holden and Jamie Theakston that, like Amanda, she’s been working for 43 years.

She explained that she doesn’t live in London and hasn’t for most of her life. The travel into the city was exhausting, and shortly after, she was unexpectedly diagnosed with chronic rheumatoid arthritis.

I was completely devastated and would spend entire days crying on the floor. It was so painful, I couldn’t move my shoulder and had to keep my arm tightly pressed against my side.

I used steroids intermittently for many months. Finding the right medication often takes a long time, so doctors have to try different options over several months to see what works.

I’ve been off steroids for about three months now, and I’m really feeling good about it.

Amanda excitedly said it had brought Carol back to life, and Carol jokingly responded that she’d always been a social butterfly, and was now back in action, suggesting Amanda ask Alan Carr for details.

Amanda, a friend of the comedian, was puzzled and asked him, ‘I just don’t get it – you don’t drink, so how do you hang out with Alan Carr without having a drink? That seems impossible to me.’

Carol responded, ‘That’s right, I don’t drink alcohol, I’ve never smoked or used drugs, and I generally live a very healthy lifestyle. Then this happened, but honestly, I’m glad it did, even if it sounds a little strange to say.’

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic condition, as defined by the NHS, that leads to joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. It commonly impacts the hands, feet, and wrists.

There may be periods where symptoms become worse, known as flare-ups or flares.

Although flare-ups can be hard to foresee, treatment can help reduce how often they happen and protect your joints from lasting damage.

Rheumatoid arthritis can sometimes cause issues beyond the joints, leading to broader symptoms like fatigue and unexplained weight loss.

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2025-11-25 12:52