Paul Dewar diagnosed with brain cancer
Sad news out of Ottawa this weekend as according to a statement released on his Facebook page former NDP MP Paul Dewar is battling brain cancer.
The 55 year old, who represented Ottawa Centre from 2006 until 2015, was diagnosed with a brain tumor earlier this month after seeking medical attention due to a painful arm.
Initially, Dewar, graduate of Queens University and first Vice-President of the Ottawa-Carleton Elementary Teachers’ Federation believed his arm pain to be from skating on the Rideau Canal but tests showed a tumor on the right side of his brain.
Paul Dewar statement
“While this cancer is devastating news, I am going to pursue the next phase of my treatment with determination, passion and an appreciation for life,”
he wrote on Facebook.
In his statement, he thanked his wife and children who he says have been his “greatest source of strength.”
He also thanked the medical staff for all their dedication and hard work when it comes to treating their patients.
“Since I received this diagnosis I have had incredible treatment from smart and caring medical professionals who are completely dedicated to their patients,” Dewar said in his post.
“I have also received phenomenal support from my family and friends.”
The tumor was removed on Wednesday and Dewar says that now he will be undergoing further treatment.
