'Raising awareness and helping others is what Kev would have wanted'

A DAD who died of bowel cancer just days after sharing his story to raise awareness about the disease has helped save at least one life, his wife has revealed.

- Sentinel Reporter

Kevin Coles, of Meir, spoke of the symptoms the 46-year-old suffered in the months leading to his diagnosis, revealing how he experienced severe stomach pain and constipation.

His wife Kayleigh said: "It is too late for my darling Kev - but if it can help raise awareness and help others then I know that's what Kev wanted and it might help heal my heart a little, knowing him being taken away wasn't for nothing.

"I've already had people messaging saying I read your article and it made me go to the doctors again because I was worried after being sent away once and now I'm demanding they access me again and that's amazing.

"Even a mum of my daughter's friend said a few days ago that Kev saved her life. She had similar symptoms. She got sent away. She read Kev's story, demanded to get tested property and she's got a CT scan booked in. If it gives just one person the courage to get a second opinion if they are concerned about their symptoms, I can sleep easier."