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Rachel Ward Instagram: Fashion blogger reveals TRUTH behind viral before and after snaps | Daily Star

Rachel Ward, 27, has won an army of 247,000 followers on Instagram for her weekly beauty tutorials.

The fashion degree graduate and blogger from Cheshire will often share her fashion tips on social media, as well as posting snaps of her everyday life.

But back in November, the blonde beauty uploaded a before and after transformation, alongside a very important message.

The photo – which received more than 20,700 likes – was captioned: “This is NOT a vanity post… While life may seem perfect on Instagram everyone has things that they go through that the world doesn’t know.” POWERFUL MEANING: Rachel Ward posted the side-by-side snaps in November BEAUTY: The 27-year-old has over 247,000 followers on Instagram

Rachel had been experiencing high grade abnormal smears which means she had a very high chance of developing cervical cancer.

After having a false alarm and fearing for her health, she received a call from the nurse to say that the results were in fact a mix up and she was in the clear.

Now talking exclusively to Daily Star Online, the blogger is now encouraging females to take the smear test.

This is NOT a VANITY post..... While life may seem perfect on Instagram everyone has things that they go through that the world doesn't know. For a while now I have been having high grade abnormal smears, this means I have a high chance of developing cervical cancer and must be monitored regularly. Whilst having a glass of wine and shisha in Monaco I was telling my good friend that I was waiting for the results of my next check up... She told me how stupid I was to be smoking and having alcohol and that this is linked to abnormal smears. Since this day I've tried to Live a super healthy lifestyle because I want to try and prevent any abnormal cells from returning. When I returned for the check up I was told the cells were even more abnormal than before and I had the highest grading. Baring in mind, this was a few weeks Before my wedding abroad! I was told I wouldn't be able to fly because I had to be put to sleep to have an operation to remove the area affected. Also that I would have to have a temporary cafater fitted... which scared me allot.... I couldn't sleep at night. While carrying out my normal day I had a call from the nurse to say that my results had in fact been mixed up and I was actually in the clear and not at severe risk as she had previously said! I was so relived , I wasn't angry ... these people save lives on a daily basis and mistakes can happen. I felt like I had an angel looking over me and this was a lucky escape. I felt like I'd dodged a bullet ... there is still a high chance this can happen again but I will do everything in my power to feed my body the goodness it needs and cut out the junk food and sugar. I urge every girl when of the age to get a smear.... it saved my life ❤️ it's so easy , it's no big deal & it's sounds scarier than it is but it is absolutely nothing I promise you. And if your going through this you are not alone... I am here for you ...diet is everything to keep your body healthy❤️ if you ladies need any advice feel free to ask me questions below x

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“Do not put it off because you are scared”

Rachel Ward

She told us: “I wanted to educate people with my story, spread awareness and encourage people to go and get checked.

“Do not put it off because you are scared. I was scared but even more so when I got a negative result.

“I was also angry at myself for not going sooner.” 

In the UK, 1 in 135 women will be diagnosed with cervical cancer during their lifetime. According to Cancer Research figures, cervical cancer in England is more common in females living in the most deprived areas.

Rachel’s strong message on Instagram was to grab attention and spark a reaction from her followers.

She wants to encourage her fans to treat their bodies right and to live a healthy lifestyle. BLOGGER: She is now encouraging females to get themselves checked

Rachel continued: “It’s very important to have a healthy diet which will help to contribute to your body’s strength but equally it is just as important to check that your body is functioning properly and the only way to do that is by having screenings.”

Describing the moment she first found out her chances were high, she added: “I was petrified to the point of being hysterical, I suffer with anxiety and have never dealt with illness, both with myself and with friends, family and my animals, always thinking the worst is going to happen.

“I find it hard to put things into perspective but I think a lot of girls are the same and so they can relate to how I feel.”

Rachel has changed her diet by replacing unhealthy fats with coconut fats and believes everything should be in moderation.

She explained: “I allow myself the odd prosecco or wine.

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