A WOMAN hit the cat walk for women and men who have experienced breast cancer.

Laura Hunter from Kyre, near Malvern modelled in a national fashion show in London for women and men who have had breast cancer.

She was diagnosed with breast cancer aged 24 in July 2015.

The event, held by national charity Breast Cancer Care was attended by 1,500 people across two shows in Westminster, and raised over £370,000.

The 26-year-old said: “Overall the care I’ve received at Kidderminster and Worcestershire Royal hospitals in all the different departments has been fantastic. My consultant Miss Mullan has been amazing and I was really pleased with the results of the surgery.

I was excited but very nervous about the show, but I felt it was an opportunity I couldn’t pass up. I felt it was important to raise awareness of breast cancer in younger women, as I was diagnosed at just 24 myself.

"Losing my hair, eyelashes and eyebrows was devastating, and made me feel like I lost my whole identity. But I wanted to show that you can still feel good about yourself despite going through cancer.”

She was chosen as one of 30 models for the show, which received over 250 applications to appear on the catwalk.

The models ranged from women in their 20s to those in their 70s.

Consultant breast surgeon, Michelle Mullan said: "Laura was extremely young to be diagnosed with breast cancer, but has done tremendously well.

"It is important for women of all ages to be aware of changes in their breasts. If they notice any new lumps, skin changes such as puckering or nipple discharge, they should see their GP.”