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Ben Thompson revealed that one of Monday's BBC Breakfast guests was fighting cancer and currently undergoing treatment. Towards the end of the daily news programme, Ben and Luxmy Gopal chatted with postman John Wilkins about the BBC's Make a Difference Awards, which honour individuals who enhance the lives of others.
The presenters welcomed John, who was among the nominees for the award. However, during the segment, Ben took a moment to announce that John was not only a stalwart in his community but also battling leukaemia.
"I have always been a busy person," John stated before adding: "I would never be a sprinter, I just keep going."
Ben queried: "John, am I correct in understanding you're awaiting medical treatment?"
"I do, yeah, I have been diagnosed with le