Patrick Swayze has sent a message to his fans as he continues to battle pancreatic cancer.

And, thankfully, the Dirty Dancing star has some “great news” to impart.

He says in a statement released to US magazine, People:

"Thought I'd give you guys a little update. Lisa and I have been back and forth from New Mexico enjoying the arrival of spring and new baby calves. This past weekend, we spent a fun time with friends in Reno for Lisa's birthday, where I took her jewelry shopping at Kenny G & Company and (we) were able to find her something really special and much deserved! In the meantime, I am continuing treatment at Stanford and the great news is I continue to respond well."

When Swayze first announced his diagnosis in March, tabloid headlines screamed that he only had five weeks to live.

However, the actor has continued to be active despite his gruelling treatment, most recently attending a Lakers game over the weekend.