Sarah Ferguson has spoken out about her dual cancer battle, saying she was "frightened" but determined to "protect her truth".
It was an important day for the Duchess of York as she became the Patron of Prevent Breast Cancer in Manchester – just ahead of her 65th birthday on October 15.
It's a significant event which has focused her mindset, she exclusively told OK! After being diagnosed and undergoing a successful mastectomy and reconstructive surgery for breast cancer, the Duchess' involvement comes as the Nightingale Centre in Manchester pushes to raise the final £600,000 to secure the future of the National Breast Imaging Academy.
Alongside Coronation Street stars and fellow Loose Women, Sally Dynevor and Sue Cleaver, the Duchess spent the morning touring the centre, meeting patients and sharing stories of her own cancer battle.