What kind of cancer did Clare Davis-Eaton have?

Clare was diagnosed with metastatic base of tongue cancer which had spread to her lymph nodes.

How long did Clare's cancer treatment last?

Her first treatment course lasted six weeks, followed by further treatment for a recurrence.

Which charity supported Clare during her cancer journey?

Macmillan Cancer Support provided significant help and advice to Clare and her family.

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Cancer-Free After Two Battles: A Christmas Miracle

22 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Clare Davis-Eaton, 51, celebrated being cancer-free after two battles.
She was first diagnosed with metastatic base of tongue cancer in March 2016.
Received cancer-free news on her 50th birthday in August 2024.

Cancer-Free After Two Battles: A Christmas Miracle

Clare Davis-Eaton, 51, from Grimsby, Lincolnshire, has been declared cancer-free after a prolonged eight-year battle with the disease. Initially diagnosed with metastatic base of tongue cancer in March 2016, she underwent a gruelling six-week course of radiotherapy and chemotherapy, entering remission in November 2016.

In June 2019, Clare discovered a recurrence of cancer in her lymph nodes. Facing difficult treatment decisions with a potential 20% fatality risk from radiotherapy, she chose to fight. She completed her second round of intensive treatment on December 9, 2019.

On August 23, 2024, her 50th birthday, Clare received the joyful news that she was officially cancer-free. Her journey, supported by family and Macmillan Cancer Support, has profoundly reshaped her perspective on life and the true meaning of Christmas.