Erin Molan gets serious about cancer - ‘I’ve had massive wake up calls’

Ahead of hosting the McGrath Foundation Signature High Tea this month, the popular television host has revealed her older sister Sarah having bowel cancer eight years ago made her take her own health more seriously.

Erin Molan is wearing pink for a good cause. Picture: Justin Lloyd

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ERIN Molan isn’t taking any chances with cancer.

Ahead of hosting the McGrath Foundation Signature High Tea this month, the popular television host has revealed her older sister Sarah having bowel cancer eight years ago made her take her own health more seriously.

Erin isn’t taking chances. Picture: Justin Lloyd

“Anything I can do to support this I will do,” the 33-year-old told Confidential.

“I’ve had massive wake up calls. I used to be so blase about my own health and then when my sister had bowel cancer at 27, it made me realise we are not bullet proof. I check my breasts regularly. I am diligent with sun screen. I don’t smoke. Anything I can do that will look after my health, I do. I am not perfect, I love wine and chocolate but I’m getting there.”

“Anything I can do to support this I will do.” Picture: Justin Lloyd

“I’ve had massive wake up calls.” Picture: Justin Lloyd

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The annual Signature High Tea quiz fundraiser will be held at the Sofitel Wentworth Grand Ballroom on Friday, September 30.

“It is a good fit for me given my love of sport and the role I play there and the affiliation the McGrath Foundation has with breast cancer and cricket,” Molan said of her involvement.

“It is something I feel really strongly about.”

The annual Signature High Tea quiz fundraiser will be held at the Sofitel Wentworth Grand Ballroom on Friday, September 30. Picture: Justin Lloyd