John Cena reveals his cancer diagnosis and urges people to stay aware of early signs, emphasizing the importance of detection.
John Cena, the famous WWE star, has opened up about his battle with skin cancer.
He wants to raise awareness about the importance of protecting your skin from the sun.
Cena believes that many people need to understand the risks of sun exposure.
John Cena reveals cancer diagnosis and calls for increased awareness of warning signs
In a recent interview, Cena talked about his health struggles. He revealed difficult news about his skin to help others avoid similar situations.
Cena admitted that he did not take sun protection seriously when he was younger.
Growing up in Massachusetts, Cena did not wear sunscreen. He continued this habit even after moving to sunny Florida.
He now realizes that neglecting sun protection was a mistake. “I never thought it would happen to me,” he said, reflecting on his past choices.
“And it’s one of those things where I had a ton of exposure with minimal protection and it caught up with me.”
The importance of sun protection
Cena emphasizes that prevention is crucial. He urges everyone to use sunscreen regularly.
He believes that using sunscreen can save lives. “It’s better to protect yourself than to deal with health issues later,” he stated.
Cena wants to encourage his fans to take skincare seriously.
He shared that he fell in love with the sun after moving to Florida. However, he did not understand the risks.
“I was too stubborn to start using sunscreen,” he explained. This attitude eventually led to his diagnosis.
Cena received a skin cancer diagnosis and treatment.
During a routine checkup, Cena learned he had a cancerous spot on his skin. He described the moment he received the call from his doctor as frightening.
After the initial diagnosis, he had surgery to remove the spot. A year later, he had another spot removed. Cena compared it to having a “white polka dot” on his skin.
He credited his dermatologist for guiding him through the process. The support helped him cope with the anxiety of his diagnosis.
Cena wants to share this experience to help others understand the importance of regular checkups.
“I was very lucky to have a great dermatologist who kind of, I guess for lack of a better term, held me by the hand and let me know that I wasn’t alone.
“The stats on this are overwhelming, but as much as I learn about them, those numbers don’t mean anything.
“I think the best way to hammer home a point is human-to-human connection. And I as a human can tell you: Man, that phone call’s not what you want to get because it is unpredictable and you don’t know how bad it’s going to be.”
John Cena confronted his fears and moved forward bravely.
When Cena received his diagnosis, he felt scared. He worried about the worst-case scenarios. However, he was fortunate that his treatment was successful.
“I’m at a great space in my life where [skincare] is now important to me,” he added.
“And I’m so grateful to be able to dodge those two bullets, but I wear [the scars] as a reminder of, ‘Hey man, you need to take the extra few seconds to protect yourself every day’.”
Cena believes that sharing his story can make a difference.
He wants to connect with others who may face similar challenges. “It’s important to talk about these issues,”
To further spread his message, Cena has partnered with Neutrogena for a new campaign. The campaign focuses on the importance of sunscreen.
Cena is excited to be part of this initiative.” Never once did I picture myself as the go-to person for a skincare campaign,” he added.
He wants to encourage everyone to be proactive about their skin health. Cena believes that using sunscreen should be a daily routine.
He aims to help others understand that taking a few extra seconds for skincare can have significant benefits.
“And just because I love what I do and have passion for what I do, and I’m so grateful to have the backing of such a dedicated audience for so long, a very unlikely spokesperson has been able to be a spokesperson for a skincare campaign. You never know who you’re going to reach, right?”