Foundational Directer at Austin Health has revealed why cancer research was so important to Olivia Newton-John.

The Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund is an independent charity sponsoring global research into plant medicine for cancer.

Investments in new scientific research will educate patients and their caregivers about kinder options for treating cancer.

Debbie Shiell told Deborah Knight despite Olivia’s cancer troubles she was so dedicated to helping others experiencing the same.

“She used to say ‘I want people to have the same sort of access that I had’.

“That’s why we fundraise every year to keep her dream alive of everybody having access to those supportive therapies.”

Press PLAY below to hear more and Debbie’s touching tribute

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