Kylie Minogue has admitted her fight against cancer is “not over“.

The pop star has been in remission after undergoing treatment for the potentially fatal condition three years ago, but Kylie - who is celebrating turning 40 - says her life is still overshadowed by the disease.

“It’s not over,” quotes the Sunday Mirror, “I still go for regular check-ups. The 'voyage' doesn't end suddenly. That's why it's so difficult to talk about it."

However, despite admitting some of her management team feared her decision to announce her condition in May 2005 could harm her career, Kylie says she’s sure she made the right decsion in going public.

"It's wonderful to know that in talking about it, I'm perhaps helping women, families and also some men with breast cancer,” she explains.