Parker's Brain Tumor is Shrinking
- English singer Tom Parker, 32, is battling brain cancer, and he shared that his brain tumor reduced in size.
- Parker thanked the NHS (National Health Service) and his wife Kelsey, calling her “my rock,” as he goes through his cancer journey.
- Having a strong partner or spouse or support network through cancer is often beneficial, and makes the cancer battle easier to cope with.
Amazing news for The Wanted’s Tom Parker, 32, who is battling brain cancer: His tumor is shrinking! Parker shared the incredible news on Instagram, excitedly saying: “SIGNIFICANT REDUCTION. These are the words I received today and I can’t stop saying them over and over again I had an MRI scan on Tuesday and my results today were a significant reduction to the tumour and I am responding well to treatment. Everyday I’m keeping on the fight to shrink this bastard!”
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Parker went on to thank the NHS (the National Health Service in England) for his treatment, and for their dedication and hard work in the middle of the pandemic. He also thanked his wife Kelsey Hardwick, 30, and called her “my rock.” Parker is a father of two, and wrote, “My babies- I fight for you every second of every day.” The young dad just welcomed a new baby in November 2020.
Tom’s Brain Cancer Battle
Parker revealed his brain cancer diagnosis with the world in October 2020, writing on Instagram: “Hey guys, you know that we’ve both been quiet on social media for a few weeks and it’s time to tell you why. There’s no easy way to say this but I’ve sadly been diagnosed with a Brain Tumour and I’m already undergoing treatment.”
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The singer shared that he is treating his brain cancer with chemotherapy and radiation therapy, which thankfully appear to be working well for Parker. He shared the effects of chemo treatment recently in a picture of his newly shaved head.
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Spousal Support Through Cancer
Parker lovingly thanked his wife Kelsey for her love and support through his ongoing cancer journey. Having a strong support network through a cancer battle can be incredibly helpful.
Related: Shannen Doherty’s Dear Friend is Perfect Example of the Kind of Sisterhood of Support Needed When Battling Metastatic Breast Cancer
Actress and writer Jill Kargman said in a previous interview how a cancer diagnosis can be a litmus test for a partner’s character. In a previous interview, Kargman said, “I think cancer is a great way to find out if you’re with the love of your life or a shithead. I think it presses the fast forward button on getting to the bottom of that answer, because a lot of people in middle age are kind of at a crossroads, waiting for their kids to fly the coop.”
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“And I think if you’re with someone who is not supportive and kind of emotionally checked out or doesn’t tell you you’re still beautiful with that, this might not be your person.”
Jill Kargman on Relationships and Cancer
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Parker's Brain Tumor is Shrinking
- English singer Tom Parker, 32, is battling brain cancer, and he shared that his brain tumor reduced in size.
- Parker thanked the NHS (National Health Service) and his wife Kelsey, calling her “my rock,” as he goes through his cancer journey.
- Having a strong partner or spouse or support network through cancer is often beneficial, and makes the cancer battle easier to cope with.
Amazing news for The Wanted’s
Tom Parker, 32, who is battling
brain cancer: His tumor is shrinking! Parker shared the incredible news on Instagram, excitedly saying: “SIGNIFICANT REDUCTION. These are the words I received today and I can’t stop saying them over and over again I had an MRI scan on Tuesday and my results today were a significant reduction to the tumour and I am responding well to treatment. Everyday I’m keeping on the fight to shrink this bastard!”
Related: Singer Tom Parker, 32, Shares Heartwarming Family Photo Showing Effects of Treatment Amid Brain Cancer Battle
Read More Parker went on to thank the NHS (the National Health Service in England) for his treatment, and for their dedication and hard work in the middle of the pandemic. He also thanked his wife Kelsey Hardwick, 30, and called her “my rock.” Parker is a father of two, and wrote, “My babies- I fight for you every second of every day.” The young dad just welcomed a new baby in November 2020.
Tom’s Brain Cancer Battle
Parker revealed his brain cancer diagnosis with the world in October 2020, writing on Instagram: “Hey guys, you know that we’ve both been quiet on social media for a few weeks and it’s time to tell you why. There’s no easy way to say this but I’ve sadly been diagnosed with a Brain Tumour and I’m already undergoing treatment.”
Related: Woman Fighting Brain Cancer Realizes Her Dream of Having a Family When a Long-Lost Friend Became her Surrogate — The Ultimate Act of Sisterhood
The singer shared that he is treating his brain cancer with chemotherapy and radiation therapy, which thankfully appear to be working well for Parker. He shared the effects of chemo treatment recently in a picture of his newly shaved head.
Could a New Treatment Have Saved John McCain? Fighting Brain Cancer With Electric Fields
Spousal Support Through Cancer
Parker lovingly thanked his wife Kelsey for her love and support through his ongoing cancer journey. Having a strong support network through a cancer battle can be incredibly helpful.
Related: Shannen Doherty’s Dear Friend is Perfect Example of the Kind of Sisterhood of Support Needed When Battling Metastatic Breast Cancer
Actress and writer Jill Kargman said in a previous interview how a cancer diagnosis can be a litmus test for a partner’s character. In a previous interview, Kargman said, “I think cancer is a great way to find out if you’re with the love of your life or a shithead. I think it presses the fast forward button on getting to the bottom of that answer, because a lot of people in middle age are kind of at a crossroads, waiting for their kids to fly the coop.”
Related: New Ripped Terry Crews Photos Remind Us How Important It Is For Cancer Caregivers To Stay Healthy
“And I think if you’re with someone who is not supportive and kind of emotionally checked out or doesn’t tell you you’re still beautiful with that, this might not be your person.”
Jill Kargman on Relationships and Cancer
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