"Cruel and brutal": John Farnham's sons provide health update
John Farnham's sons have shared an update on their father's journey with cancer, following his recent stint in hospital.
The legendary singer was diagnosed with mouth cancer in October 2022, and underwent an extensive surgery to remove the tumour.
The 73-year-old was then hospitalised at the end of March with a lung infection and spent several weeks in hospital.
Now, Farnham's sons Robert and James have shared an update on their father's health, praising his bravery and strength throughout his lengthy health battle.
Speaking with Australian Women's Weekly, the men shared their admiration for their father's positive attitude.
"You have to keep positive and not get bogged down," Robert told the publication. "It's cruel and brutal but they're the cards you're dealt in life and cancer doesn't care who you are."
Robert said that both he and James are "really proud" of their father for his resilience in the face of such a devastating health blow.
When Farnham was admitted to hospital for a respiratory infection in March, his family confirmed that he was undergoing treatment.
"He is comfortable and receiving the very best care," a statement, released by his wife Jill, read.
"John continues his recovery following last year's successful surgery," she said. "He's always been a strong and determined person with everything he's ever done and we are all so very proud of him. He is responding well to the specialist care he's receiving."
"The family would like re-iterate their appreciation for all the medical staff that have attended to John over the past 6 months and for all the kind messages that been received from across Australia and the world."
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