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SARAH HARDING has revealed today she is battling breast cancer and undergoing chemotherapy.

The Girls Aloud star, 38, made the heartbreaking revelation on Twitter that the cancer has advanced to other parts of her body.

Sarah tweeted a photo of herself from her hospital bed after revealing she has breast cancerCredit: Twitter

She posted the heartbreaking news on social media this morningCredit: Twitter

The star found fame with Girls Aloud Credit: Getty Images - Getty

She posted a photo of herself from her hospital bed and said she is "fighting as hard as I possibly can" as she shared the shocking news.

Sarah tweeted: "Hi everyone,I hope you are all keeping safe and well during these uncertain times.

"I’ve not posted on here for so long, thank you to everyone who has reached out to check in on me, it really does mean a lot.

"I feel now is the right time to share what’s been going on.

STAR’S CANCER HELL

"There’s no easy way to say this and actually it doesn’t even feel real writing this, but here goes.

"Earlier this year I was diagnosed with breast cancer and a couple of weeks ago I received the devastating news that the cancer has advanced to other parts of my body.

"I’m currently undergoing weekly chemotherapy sessions and I am fighting as hard as I possibly can.

"I understand this might be shocking to read on social media and that really isn’t my intention.

Nadine Coyle, H from Steps and Jess Wright posted messages of support

Cheryl posted a broken heart emoji on Twitter in response to the devastating news

Nicola Roberts shared a message of support for SarahCredit: Twitter/ Nicola Roberts

Girls Aloud shot to fame after appearing on Popstars: The Rivals in 2002Credit: Getty - Contributor

The singer praised NHS staff as she revealed she is fighting hardCredit: Rex Features

Sarah paid tribute to her family and the NHS staff who are caring for herCredit: PA:Press Association

"But last week it was mentioned online that I had been seen in hospital, so I feel now is the time to let people know what’s going on and this is the best way I can think of to do so.

"My amazing mum, family and close friends are helping me through this, and I want to say a thank you to the wonderful NHS doctors and nurses who have been and continue to be heroes.

"I am doing my very best to keep positive and will keep you updated here with how I’m getting on.

"In the meantime I hope you’ll all understand and respect my request for privacy during this difficult time."

GIRLS ALOUD SUPPORT

Her fellow Girls Aloud stars rallied around after she made the devastating revelation with Nadine Coyle calling for a "miracle".

Nadine, 35, wrote: "I love you!!!! You have always been able to achieve miracles when needed!! I am here for the all the way & always will be!!!"

Nicola Roberts,34, posted: "It goes without saying that this is blindsiding.

"Sarah Harding, you’re so loved and supported."

Cheryl, 37, shared a broken heart emoji in response to Sarah's message.

Other celebs also rushed to support the star.

What is breast cancer and how does it spread?

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK - with one woman diagnosed every ten minutes.

While most women can get breast cancer, it is most common in women who are over the age of 50.

According to Cancer Research UK, breast cancer starts in the breast tissue.

Breast cancer develops when abnormal cells in the breast begin to grow and divide in an uncontrolled way and eventually form a growth.

Most invasive breast cancers are found in the upper-outer quadrant of the breast.

If it’s not diagnosed and treated it can move through the lymph or blood vessels to other areas of the body.

Each year in the UK there are around 55,200 new breast cancer cases.

This equates to around 150 new cases a day.

It also accounts for 15 per cent of all new cancer cases each year.

If the cancer is diagnosed at its earliest stage then 98 per cent of people will survive the disease for five years or more.

If it is diagnosed at the latest stage, then just 26 per cent of people survive for five years or more.

What are the four stages of breast cancer?

Stage one: The cancer is small and only in the breast tissue - but can also be found in lymph nodes close to the breast.

Stage two: The cancer is either in the breast or in the nearby lymph nodes or both.

Stage three: The cancer has spread from the breast to the lymph nodes or the skin of the breast or the chest wall.

Stage four: The cancer has spread to other parts of the body.

What are the signs?

A lump in the breast or armpit
Changes in the positioning of the nipple
Nipples leaking in women who have not had children
Skin changes

Cheryl posted a broken heart emoji after Sarah posted the news of her cancer battleCredit: Rex Features

Nadine Coyle, Cheryl, Nicola Roberts, Sarah Harding and Kimberley Walsh were the UKs biggest selling girl group of the 21st centuryCredit: Getty - Contributor

H from Steps said: "Sending HUGE. Stay Strong xx We’re all behind you xx," with strong arm emojis.

Emmerdale actress Amy Walsh wrote: "Sending you so much love".

Una Healy's ex, rugby star Ben Cohen, also offered support. He wrote: "Hey. Stay stronge and fight!!! Keep us all us posted.

"Lots of love. Ben & Kristina".

Fifi Geldof wrote: "Oh my angel... I’m so sorry to hear this awful news!!! Fight hard and look after yourself - please shout if I can help at all. Much love to you ❤️❤️❤️."

And R&B star Michelle Gayle wrote simply: "Love you honey. Xx."

Her bandmates have rallied around SarahCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

Sarah was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this yearCredit: Rex Features

Sarah Harding reveals she has breast cancer

The Girls Aloud star's statement in full

Hi everyone,
I hope you are all keeping safe and well during these uncertain times.

I’ve not posted on here for so long, thank you to everyone who has reached out to check in on me, it really does mean a lot.

I feel now is the right time to share what’s been going on.
There’s no easy way to say this and actually it doesn’t even feel real writing this, but here goes.

Earlier this year I was diagnosed with breast cancer and a couple of weeks ago I received the devastating news that the cancer has advanced to other parts of my body.

I’m currently undergoing weekly chemotherapy sessions and I am fighting as hard as I possibly can.

I understand this might be shocking to read on social media and that really isn’t my intention.

But last week it was mentioned online that I had been seen in hospital, so I feel now is the time to let people know what’s going on and this is the best way I can think of to do so.

My amazing mum, family and close friends are helping me through this, and I want to say a thank you to the wonderful NHS doctors and nurses who have been and continue to be heroes.

I am doing my very best to keep positive and will keep you updated here with how I’m getting on.

In the meantime I hope you’ll all understand and respect my request for privacy during this difficult time.

Sending you all so much love….xx

Meanwhile former X Factor star Amelia Lily said: "Hope you’re ok Sarah, keep fighting thinking of you and sending you lots of love."

Sarah found fame with Girls Aloud when she auditioned for reality TV show Popstars: The Rivals in 2002.

Last March, it was reported she had gone into hiding and was stepping back from the spotlight after her fame with Girls Aloud.

She had remained out of the spotlight since her romance with fellow Celebrity Big Brother contestant Chad Johnson ended and her hopes of a solo music project were derailed.

In May, she returned to social media for the first time since July, 2019 and posted tweets after her ex Chad claimed last year that "nobody has really heard from her".

In 2017, she revealed she got dumped "six months" before her wedding by her "toxic" fiance Tom Crane.

The pair dated for five years and got engaged during a trip to the Maldives over Christmas in 2010.

However, within a few months rumours started circulating that the pair had split and in September Tom confirmed the wedding was off via his Twitter account.