Swimmer Archie Goodburn to meet PM Andy Burnham over brain cancer
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 10:44 · Archive
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, diagnosed with brain tumours at 22, will meet Prime Minister Andy Burnham following an emotional appeal for greater investment in brain cancer research.
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, aged 25, was diagnosed with three inoperable oligodendroglioma tumours at age 22. He will meet Prime Minister Andy Burnham to discuss brain tumour research and treatment. Goodburn described the meeting as a 'unique opportunity for change'.
Goodburn's advocacy work has focused on what he characterises as injustices faced by the brain tumour community. He highlighted that international trials are not taking place in the UK and called for the appointment of a national brain cancer lead. During an emotional appearance on BBC Breakfast in August, he said: 'Please invest and make the difference. I'm on my knees begging for not just my own life but those who are affected and the families all around the country.' He also said: 'We cannot accept the status quo in the system, we cannot be risk-averse. People are dying.'
Goodburn first suffered a seizure in December 2023 after a training session. He was discharged from A&E and told it was likely a migraine or epilepsy. He made repeated visits to doctors but felt he 'clearly wasn't hitting the right buzz words to describe my symptoms and trigger an MRI scan'. He subsequently missed qualifying for the 2024 Olympics trials by a narrow margin before his diagnosis was confirmed.
How it is being reported
- Swimmer Archie Goodburn to meet Andy Burnham after plea to help brain cancer patients 'fight for their lives'Athlete Archie Goodburn begged Prime Minister Andy Burnham for him and others living with brain tumours to be given a chance to "fight for our lives"The Mirror · 14 Oct, 10:24
- Andy Burnham to meet swimmer Archie Goodburn after emotional plea on BBC BreakfastThe Scottish swimmer has urged Mr Burnham to appoint a national brain cancer leadThe Independent · 14 Oct, 08:31
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