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Liberal Senator Jim Molan has been diagnosed with an "aggressive" form of cancer and is taking leave from parliamentary duties while he receives treatment.
Senator Molan released a statement on Monday afternoon confirming he would step aside as he undergoes further testing.
"Last week I was diagnosed with an aggressive form of a cancer," he said in the statement.
"I will be taking leave from the Senate for further testing to confirm the prognosis, and to commence treatment."
The former Australian Army Major General - who is 70-years-old - said the news had come as a "shock" and has asked for privacy.