Dame Deborah James, BBC podcast presenter, campaigner and blogger known as ‘Bowel Babe’ has died aged 40James had been diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in December 2016 and was told early on that she may not live beyond five yearsShe had charted her cancer journey on her Instagram account as well as her podcast; You, Me and the Big C alongside Steve Bland and Lauren MahonA post shared to James’ Instagram confirmed the news of her death It read: ‘Dame Deborah James‘We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Dame Deborah James; the most amazing wife, daughter, sister, mummy Deborah passed away peacefully today, surrounded by her family‘Deborah, who many of you will know as Bowelbabe, was an inspiration and we are incredibly proud of her and her work and commitment to charitable campaigning, fundraising and her endless efforts to raise awareness of cancer that touched so many lives‘Deborah shared her experience with the world to raise awareness, break down barriers, challenge taboos and change the conversation around cancer Even in her most challenging moments, her determination to raise money and awareness was inspiring‘We thank you for giving us time in private as a family, and we look forward to continuing Deborah’s legacy long into the future through the @bowelbabefund’James had undergone many operations and treatments, including experimental drugs, throughout her bowel cancer battle, including a stay in hospital in July 2021 after finding out an aggressive new tu...