BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden shares 'words I dreamed of' as she issues cancer update

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has shared a positive update on her cancer battle and said she is celebrating 'my biggest accomplishment yet'.

The 33-year-old dancer, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in May last year, told her Instagram followers on Friday night there was now 'no evidence of disease' and that it was 'time to look ahead'.

Amy has been sharing her journey on social media in the hope of raising awareness of breast cancer. Aside from her surgery for breast cancer, Amy has undergone chemo, had a blot clot, sepsis and fractured her foot, WalesOnline reports.

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Amy's full post on Instagram reads: "NO EVIDENCE OF DISEASE! Words I dreamed of! My biggest accomplishment yet!

"I won’t be getting the all clear for 5 years especially with a hormone fed cancer. But it was all worth it. Words I never thought I’d hear at one point. So grateful for all the care I received and continue to have.

"To my husband, family and friends who supported me unconditionally and to you guys! Thank you! I will still need a monthly injection for 5 years and regular check ups.

"Chemo and this past year has certainly took its toll on my body both physically and mentally, so I’ll be taking the next few months to heal and recover. I have so much to strive and live for, and so grateful for another chance at life! Something I know not all get. I certainly see life differently and my life has changed forever!

"Cancer affects too many so I will continue to do all I can to raise awareness and make sure I get as many as I can to #checkthemselves.

"It’s time to look ahead after what’s been the toughest year, and one I certainly didn’t expect! Dance floor I’m