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    Former Celtic striker Hartson has cancer - report

    By Soccernet Staff

    Monday, July 13, 2009

    Celtic fans hope the battling qualities John Hartson displayed as a footballer will help him now as he fights cancer. Supporters have been left reeling at the news that the former Hoops striker has been diagnosed with testicular cancer which has also spread to his brain. According to the Scottish Sun, the 34-year-old was given the news at the weekend following tests at the Singleton Hospital in Swansea after complaining of severe headaches. Hartson was a fans' favourite during his five year ...

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