# Borja Sémper pancreatic cancer diagnosis and recovery > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/borja-smper-pancreatic-cancer-diagnosis-and-recovery > Updated: 2026-09-10T07:47:57.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Spanish politician Borja Sémper has shared personal reflections on his battle with pancreatic cancer following his diagnosis in July 2025. After undergoing ten months of intensive chemotherapy, Sémper confirmed in April 2026 that he is cancer-free, though he noted the high risk of relapse and remarked, “I believe I will always be a cancer patient.” Sémper compared the experience of the disease to the period when he was threatened by ETA, noting that while physical threats could be managed through protection, cancer offered no escape, stating, “you cannot hide.” He described his primary emotion not as a terror of death, but as an “immense sorrow for ceasing to live” and the prospect of missing his children’s lives. Marking one year since his diagnosis, Sémper has been recognized with ‘The Fighter’ award by the Association Against Cancer in Málaga for his efforts to normalize the illness and reduce associated stigmas. He has expressed a desire to use his testimony to provide hope and visibility to others facing the disease. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-10: Borja Sémper reflects on pancreatic cancer battle and recovery Spanish politician Borja Sémper reflected on his battle with pancreatic cancer, noting that while he is currently cancer-free, he faces a high risk of relapse and felt a profound sorrow at the thought of losing 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/borja-smper-reflects-on-pancreatic-cancer-battle-and-recovery ### 2026-08-11: Borja Sémper marks one year since pancreatic cancer diagnosis Spanish politician Borja Sémper celebrates one year post-pancreatic cancer diagnosis, receiving ‘The Fighter’ award for his efforts to raise cancer awareness and visibility. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/borja-smper-marks-one-year-since-pancreatic-cancer-diagnosis --- Cite as: Borja Sémper pancreatic cancer diagnosis and recovery. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/borja-smper-pancreatic-cancer-diagnosis-and-recovery