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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Emmie Norton

‘I was too busy to get a smear test – now I won’t get to see my kids grow up’

Jam Press

A mother who avoided cervical screening appointments for 13 years due to being “too busy” has shared her regret after being diagnosed with incurable cancer.

Esther Hodges who juggles two jobs as an accounts supervisor and cleaner, as well as being a mum-of-two, says her busy life got in the way of important health check ups.

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