31/07/2026
Twelve months ago, our lives changed when Glen was diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer, I will let you read his story below.
As a result, Glen had to step back from working at the clinic while he focused on treatment. We’ve kept this private until now because, if we’re honest, it was incredibly difficult to process and navigate, and we didn’t know what the future would hold for us or the clinic.
Over the past year, Glen has faced radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy with remarkable strength, resilience, and, above all, an incredibly positive outlook. We couldn’t be prouder of him.
Despite everything, Sarah has continued working throughout, balancing the clinic with supporting Glen through his treatment. We would like to apologise to anyone whose appointments had to be rearranged to allow Sarah to attend hospital appointments, and thank you for your patience and understanding when her working hours had to be reduced.
We simply couldn’t have done this without our incredible team. A special mention must go to Vicky who was thrown in at the deep end with very little training but has stepped up in the most amazing way and now runs the practice seamlessly. We are so grateful for her dedication, along with the unwavering support of our entire team; Ell, Jenny and Christine ❤️🙏❤️
Finally, thank you to our wonderful patients and our local community for your continued support of our business. Your loyalty, kindness, and understanding have meant more than you will ever know.
This experience has reminded us just how precious life is. It has not defined us, it has strengthened us. We will continue to embrace every opportunity, appreciate every day, and look forward to making many more memories together.
With love and gratitude,
The Horsborough Family ❤️
This is a post I never ever thought id have to write but now I feel it’s the right time.
12 months ago I was diagnosed with Stage 3 Oesophageal Cancer - incurable and inoperable!
Nothing prepares you when you hear those words! At that moment my whole world fell out beneath me.
We respectfully made the decision at the time to keep this news private between family and very close friends.
Chemotherapy and immunotherapy was my treatment every 3 weeks for 7 months. I tolerated the chemo well but towards the end of my cycles it was tough on my body. One particular side effect is nasty (neuropathy in fingers and feet) and I’m still navigating this daily!
Mentally and emotionally it has been very challenging. It has without doubt been the hardest period of my life. Naturally, worst case scenarios are the ones which flood your head and send you in to some dark places. Now it’s different, I have a very positive mindset.
I had to cancel lots of gigs/bookings which is why you may have noticed I haven’t been doing a lot over this last year. Since I’ve been starting to feel better over the last few months and my energy has come back I’ve been slowly doing some bits. My plan now is to get out a lot more to DJ.
In March I had some amazing news that the tumor in my Oesophagus was undetectable on CT scan! The treatment seems to be working. However a lymph node in my neck isn’t playing ball.
I’ve just recently finished another 5 weeks of Chemo, this time with daily targeted radiotherapy to that lymph node. Currently my voice is completely gone which is a side effect from the treatment but it will slowly come back as my body heals and recovers.
I want this post more than anything to raise awareness of this particular type of cancer as symptoms usually appear when it’s already advanced at stage 3 or 4 and harder to treat.
For me, my only symptom was experiencing difficulty and discomfort when swallowing. It was as though I could feel food slowly going down my throat and sometimes with fluids. This went on for a little while. If that sounds like you or you know someone who maybe experiencing this, get an appointment booked at the Doctor’s asap. The Doctor may tell you (like me) it’s acid reflux and continue to do so but push for a camera down (Endoscopy) to have a look as you know your own body better than anyone else.
Please feel free to share this post or drop me a message if you have any questions etc, I’d be more than happy to help. This may trigger someone to get checked out.
At this moment in time I’m doing well and feeling good. I try to live a normal life as possible and blessed everyday to be here. I have to wait 3 months now for my next scan and continue on immunotherapy for the next year.
Before I wrap up I’d like to thank the amazing team at James Cook Hospital in Middlesbrough, Dr Wilson in Oncology, Chemo Ward (Amy and the girls) and the Radiotherapy department. They have been amazing. Ann & Claire at the Hope Cancer Support in Billingham who helped change my mindset that first Thursday I walked through the door when I was really low. My close friends who have been so supportive during this tough period of my life.
Lastly and most importantly my family. I love them so much. I can’t express how devastating this has been for Sarah and the girls. Their love and support means everything to me and it drives me to do everything I can to beat this. Sarah has been and will continue to be my rock even though I know how incredibly hard this is for her too.
Cancer has changed my whole outlook. I won’t let it define my life or me as a person, I’m still the same Glen. I’m so grateful for many many things and to be able to enjoy every day and do things with the people I love is so precious!
Life is for living. We only get one go. Enjoy it while you can 💛
