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William Shatner says doctor dismissed key warning sign before stage 4 cancer diagnosis

Saturday, August 1, 2026


William Shatner stated that a doctor initially characterized a lump as a salivary gland issue. A subsequent medical evaluation identified the lump as stage 4 melanoma that had spread to his brain. Shatner attributed the delayed diagnosis to the initial doctor's assessment.

Original reporting: https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/william-shatner-says-doctor-dismissed-key-warning-sign-before-stage-4-cancer-diagnosis

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