Commonwealth swimmer raising awareness after brain cancer diagnosis

Archie Goodburn was told he had incurable tumours as he attempted to qualify for the Olympics.

An Edinburgh Commonwealth swimmer says he wants to use his profile to prompt more investment into brain cancer care and research.

Archie Goodburn was told he had incurable tumours as he attempted to qualify for the Olympics.

He’s been campaigning alongside others impacted by the disease, including a mother whose son died aged 20.

Dawn Kennedy told STV News, she wants to give her son Jay’s life purpose after death.

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Last updated Nov 27th, 2025 at 19:20

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