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BBC Radio presenter Janice Forsyth quits, announcing Alzheimer's diagnosis

Janice Forsyth, a BBC Scotland presenter, has been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease and will step back from broadcasting.
Forsyth expressed her gratitude for support from friends, family, and NHS Scotland, noting her relief at understanding her symptoms, which began in 2022.
Louise Thornton, head of commissioning at BBC Scotland, praised Forsyth as a hugely popular personality with outstanding skills in radio and television.
Forsyth plans to continue working with her podcast production company, The Big Light, despite her diagnosis.

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The Independent

BBC star Janice Forsyth confirms she has early-onset Alzheimer’s

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GB News

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BBC Scotland presenter Janice Forsyth has revealed she has been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease and will step back from broadcasting

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Radio Times

BBC Radio presenter Janice Forsyth quits, announcing Alzheimer's diagnosis

BBC Radio Scotland presenter Janice Forsyth has stepped down from her role after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. The radio presenter has worked across the likes of BBC Radio Scotland, BBC Radio Four and BBC Radio Three for over 30 years, and in her career she has presented the Culture Show on BBC Radio Scotland, which was later named the Janice Forsyth Show, and the Afternoon Show from 2013 until 2024. Announcing the news in a statement today …

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