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Dame Esther Rantzen's daughter says star 'not responding to medication' in devastating update


In a heartbreaking update, Dame Esther Rantzen's daughter has said that her mother is no longer responding to her medication as she battles terminal lung cancer

Dame Esther Rantzen is no longer responding to her medication, her daughter has revealed in a heartbreaking update (Image: PA) But she's acutely aware of the legal risks it could pose for her loved ones. Discussing her mother's response to new treatment initially thought to be promising, Rebecca stated with sadness, "I really wish that was true," before adding, "I don't think that's the case anymore," during an interview with 5 News. Courageously facing her terminal lung cancer diagnosis, Dame Esther revealed she had registered with Dignitas, the assisted dying clinic in Switzerland, last year.

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