Dick Vitale issues health update following latest round of scans, tests
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Legendary ESPN broadcaster Dick Vitale shared an important update on his health on Wednesday.
Via a statement from ESPN, Vitale said that doctors found “abnormalities” in his latest round of tests, which included a PET scan and multiple MRIs. Vitale, who is a cancer survivor, said doctors have recommended additional tests in order to pinpoint a diagnosis.
“I’m hoping for the best and we will see what the roadmap looks like after an upcoming biopsy,” Vitale said in the statement. “As always, I plan to remain as active as ever and fight as hard as can be.”
Vitale has endured multiple rounds of cancer treatment in recent years. Most recently, in July of 2024, Vitale announced he had been diagnosed with lymph node cancer. Later that year, following surgery, Vitale announced he was cancer-free.
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Vitale has also been a staunch advocate for The V Foundation for many years, which raises money for cancer research. Vitale wrote about the importance of that research in his statement.
“This is why I’m OBSESSED with the incredible work of The V Foundation,” Vitale said. “We need to raise money and bring hope to the millions that are battling and suffering, especially the youngsters.”
Vitale will presumably issue another update on his health after his next round of tests.
Spenser is a news editor for Saturday Down South and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.
