Romey 1878 Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 He's been diagnosed with bowel cancer. Best wishes to him in what will hopefully be a successful recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcopaulo Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 just heard andy gray talkin about him on talksport..wondered why all the best kevin..one of the best left foots ever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 He's been diagnosed with bowel cancer. Best wishes to him in what will hopefully be a successful recovery. Hope they've caught it early....looking at the statement it seems they probably have. Good luck to him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Best wishes for a full recovery Sheeds, really hope they have caught it early. This is a treatable form of cancer if addressed early, unfortunately there is still a case of people being too embarrassed to see their doctor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mogsy Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 All the best to Kevin Sheedy here's hoping he has a quick recovery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 This is a treatable form of cancer if addressed early, unfortunately there is still a case of people being too embarrassed to see their doctor. My brother had it a few years back (fully cured now) and I had to have all the tests....was a bit embarrassing and uncomfortable, but much better than the (possible) alternative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesince1878 Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 all the best sheeds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 (edited) Sheedy was keen to highlight the importance of people being aware of getting an early diagnosis if they experienced any problems. "There is a history in the family," he told evertonfc.com. "It's so important that people don't ignore the early signs and symptoms and don't be afraid to consult a GP." My family also has a history of this and I opted to be pro active and see if I needed to be tested. As it stands my age etc meant it doesn't however the nurse was very clear in her frustrations that people who need to be checked actually refuse to. Once speaking to a professional you realise that any worries about embarrasment are totally forgotten about. The government are running a screening campaign I believe, and if you are selected please use it. Females have to have smear tests, seriously it's not that big a deal when compared to the severity of the illness it's the year 2012 and people can still be very much in denial about things like this and mental health, need to break down the barriers that create this stigma. If one person reads this thread and changes their mindset then it's a potentially life saving thread.. Edited August 22, 2012 by Hafnia StevO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 All the best (The Original) Super Kev'! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Sheedy was keen to highlight the importance of people being aware of getting an early diagnosis if they experienced any problems. "There is a history in the family," he told evertonfc.com. "It's so important that people don't ignore the early signs and symptoms and don't be afraid to consult a GP." My family also has a history of this and I opted to be pro active and see if I needed to be tested. As it stands my age etc meant it doesn't however the nurse was very clear in her frustrations that people who need to be checked actually refuse to. Once speaking to a professional you realise that any worries about embarrasment are totally forgotten about. The government are running a screening campaign I believe, and if you are selected please use it. Females have to have smear tests, seriously it's not that big a deal when compared to the severity of the illness it's the year 2012 and people can still be very much in denial about things like this and mental health, need to break down the barriers that create this stigma. If one person reads this thread and changes their mindset then it's a potentially life saving thread.. Couldn't agree more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formby Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Definitely worth doing. Not quite as painful as this, though. Take it away, Lou. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZtKkDmpxPA&feature=related Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troy8 Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 All the best Sheeds, get well soon mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Horrible news, but i'm sure he will be ok. All the best Sheeds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Droobie Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Runs in my family too - but whether or not, guys it's best to be safe than sorry and get checkups rather than leave it too late. Catching it early means a very very good chance of getting it under control and getting through. Cheers Kevin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalziel Kane Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Sorry to hear this. Hope Mr Sheedy makes a quick and successful recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubecula Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Get well soon Kevin. there are a lot of people wanting you to have a swift recovery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 In case anyone's not seen it on the official site... "The club has established an email address for supporters to send their messages to Kevin. Email Sheeds@evertonfc.com and all messages will be passed to Kevin." marcopaulo and rubecula 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Great idea by the club, hopefully he'll get some serious amount of well wishes and not some idiot from another club, insulting him. marcopaulo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubecula Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 I agree a great idea. I found this to remind us what Kev could (and did) do. Sibdane 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcopaulo Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 (edited) love that vid..especially the first free kick..class and the v sign to the kop Edited August 23, 2012 by marcopaulo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c1982 Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 He had/has a wand of a left foot - a little before my memory but my dad/grandad would tell me what a great yet sometimes frustrating player he was - so much to the point that my grandad would shout Sheedy if soneone misplaced a pass, etc many years later, my dad still does on occasions even now! All the best Kevin - a true Goodison great!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryans grumpy grandad Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Hoping Kevin has a full and speedy recovery. Great memories, so many quality free-kicks. Teams were terrified of giving away fouls around their box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howards Tipple Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 This Guys is part of my first Everton memories. I wish him well and say a prayer for him this evening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalziel Kane Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 I don't think there's a chance of Mr Sheedy becoming a cadaver overnight Mr Tipple. I expect him to make a full recovery from this. The man is a fighter, and if he shows the battle for this as he did with his midfield endeavors then it will be a successful fight. Will contact the relevant people as above through e-mail so they can pass on my regards to Mr Sheedy, that was a good move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibdane Posted August 26, 2012 Report Share Posted August 26, 2012 Best Wishes, Mr. Kevin Sheedy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted September 26, 2012 Report Share Posted September 26, 2012 Good news... http://www.evertonfc.com/news/archive/2012/09/26/good-news-for-sheedy Matt and Steve_E 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted September 26, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2012 Fantastic news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodisonRoad Posted September 26, 2012 Report Share Posted September 26, 2012 Great to hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubecula Posted September 26, 2012 Report Share Posted September 26, 2012 That is brilliant news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalziel Kane Posted September 26, 2012 Report Share Posted September 26, 2012 That is a relief to hear. They still haven't found a cure for this awful disease, but if we can recognize it soon enough, there's always a chance. Pleased for Mr Sheedy and his immediate family with this latest news item. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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