Dave Coulier Faces New Cancer Battle After Recent Recovery
Aussie fans of Full House will be surprised by Dave Coulier’s latest health update. The actor opens up about a fresh diagnosis and what’s next for him after beating lymphoma.
Full House favourite Dave Coulier has shared that he’s dealing with another cancer diagnosis, not long after getting the all-clear from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma earlier this year. The actor, well-known for his role as Uncle Joey, spoke candidly about his health on a recent TV appearance, revealing that a routine check-up in October uncovered something unexpected.
Unexpected News and Early Detection
During his check-up, doctors found 16 squamous cell carcinomas at the base of his tongue. Coulier explained that he’s now preparing for 35 sessions of radiation therapy, all set to begin before the year wraps up. He mentioned that the cancer may have developed from an HPV infection he picked up decades ago.
‘A lot of people carry the HPV virus, but they said mine activated and turned into a carcinoma.’
The actor’s experience highlights how common viruses can sometimes lead to more serious health issues down the track.
Previous Health Struggles and Moving Forward
Last year, Coulier was diagnosed with Stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a form of blood cancer. He managed to beat it, celebrating his recovery in March. When asked if the new diagnosis was linked to his earlier illness, Coulier said,
‘It turned out that I have P16 squamous carcinoma at the base of my tongue. So I said to the doctors, “Well, did this happen because of the lymphoma?” And they said, “Totally unrelated.”’
Despite the setback, he’s been told there’s a 90 per cent chance of a cure with the treatment plan ahead.
Importance of Regular Health Checks
Coulier stressed how crucial early detection has been for him, both times.
‘The thing that has really saved my life is that early detection saved my life, not just the first time but the second time as well.’
He encouraged everyone to keep up with regular check-ups, saying,
‘So I hope you’re getting your check-ups. I hope you get your colonoscopies and breast exams and prostate exams, they will save your life.’
His message was clear: don’t put off those appointments, as they could make all the difference.
Looking Ahead and Staying Positive
With radiation therapy about to start, Coulier remains optimistic. He shared that his doctors are confident about the outcome, and he’s hoping to be through the worst of it by the new year.
‘The doctor said the prognosis is good, but we’re going to start radiation immediately.’
He also noted that while radiation isn’t as tough as chemotherapy, it still comes with its own set of challenges. Coulier, who appeared in every episode of Full House and returned for the reboot, Fuller House, is facing this new chapter with the same resilience that’s made him a household name.