Sheryl Crow faced a scare last week, when she underwent surgery for breast cancer. While her prognosis has been reported as "excellent," Crow is still planning on postponing her March/April North American tour.

On her site, Sheryl gives fans a note of encouragement.

“Approximately 1 in 7 American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime and more than 2 million American are living with breast cancer today. I am joining the more than 200,000 women who will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year.

We are a testament to the importance of early detection and new treatments. I encourage all women everywhere to advocate for themselves and for their future – see your doctor and be proactive about your health."

Star, of course, has "unshaven and dejected-looking" Lance Armstrong's reaction to the news.

"She's doing okay; she's going to make it … I was shocked when I heard," he said. "But, I feel she's going to beat it."

We're surprised Lance wasn't like, "what a wuss! I still Tour de' Franced when I had cancer." Maybe it's because, in comparison to Britney Spears (who cancelled her tour due to a fake hurt leg), Crow's excuse looks pretty legit. The full press release from Crow's website after the jump.

MARCH TOUR POSTPONED

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Los Angeles, CA

Friday 24th February 2006

Sheryl Crow underwent successful minimally invasive surgery for breast cancer on Wednesday February 22nd. Her doctors confirm her prognosis as excellent and she will receive radiation treatment as a precaution.

With much regret, she must postpone her complete tour of North America which was scheduled for March/April.

It is Sheryl's intention to reschedule as much of the tour as reasonably possible. Specific details will follow shortly. For any patron who wishes a refund and not wait for the new date, they should redeem their tickets at point of purchase only. Please check in with www.sherylcrow.com or with the local venue directly for updated information.

“Approximately 1 in 7 American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime and more than 2 million American are living with breast cancer today. I am joining the more than 200,000 women who will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year.

We are a testament to the importance of early detection and new treatments. I encourage all women everywhere to advocate for themselves and for their future – see your doctor and be proactive about your health.

More than 10 million Americans are living with cancer, and they demonstrate the ever-increasing possibility of living beyond cancer. I am inspired by the brave women who have faced this battle before me and grateful for the
support of family and friends.”

Sheryl Crow

For assistance to help survivors face the everyday physical, emotional and practical challenges of cancer through education, qualified referrals and counseling services, please call LIVESTRONG SurvivorCare at 1-866-235-7205.

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