Janet Street-Porter, a long-time panellist on the daytime show Loose Women, is taking a temporary break for health reasons. The 78-year-old broadcaster will step away from the show for three weeks to recover from knee replacement surgery.
Update on Janet Street-Porter’s Health
Street-Porter has been a regular on Loose Women since 2011, contributing insightful commentary and lively discussions for over 13 years. Her current health challenges necessitate this short hiatus to address ongoing issues with her knees.
During the episode aired on October 27, Jane Moore, another lead panellist, announced Street-Porter’s departure as she prepares for surgery. Janet revealed her upcoming procedure, stating, “I’m going for a knee replacement, my right knee.” She also mentioned having a previous knee surgery on her left knee eight or nine years ago, alongside a hip replacement last October.
Health Challenges and Pain Management
Street-Porter expressed her significant discomfort as she prepares for surgery. She shared, “I’m in a huge amount of pain.” Additionally, she recently experienced neck issues, making her recovery more complicated. “I ripped my neck just to put the icing on the cake, so I can’t move it,” she explained, highlighting her ongoing struggles.
- Ailments: Knee replacement surgery, previous hip replacement.
- Duration of Break: Three weeks.
- Significant Pain: Experiences “huge” pain and recent neck injury.
Encouraging those considering knee replacement surgery, she advised, “stick to the exercises. Get up, move around as much as you can.” She acknowledged the past two weeks as particularly difficult.
Personal Reflections and Anxiety
Beyond physical health issues, Janet Street-Porter has discussed her struggles with health anxiety. She noted how her mindset can exacerbate her discomfort. “If anything goes wrong with my body, I absolutely catastrophise,” she confessed. Despite this anxiety, she remains optimistic, aiming for a long and fulfilling life extending to 100 years.
Loose Women airs on weekdays at 12:30 PM on ITV1 and is available for streaming on ITVX, allowing viewers to stay updated on Street-Porter’s return and the show’s ongoing conversations.
