Michael Mosley's widow Dr Clare Bailey shares 'comfort' weeks after his death

The widow of TV doctor Michael Mosley, Dr Clare Bailey, has paid tribute to her husband who died while on holiday in Greece.

The statement comes after the BBC confirmed it is to dedicate an entire day of coverage to the late health expert on Friday, July 12. Programmes are scheduled to run across BBC One as well as the broadcaster's radio channels tomorrow, in honour of the popular presenter and doctor who died in Symi last month, aged 67.

Titled the "Just One Thing Day", after his popular BBC podcast, listeners and viewers will be encouraged to take small steps to improve their overall health.

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In a new update on Instagram, Dr Clare Bailey said: "We are trying to put our lives back together without Michael and it’s very hard. Not all the time. We can smile and laugh too. As well as comfort each other.

"Grief can feel overwhelming. Light and beautiful. Catch you by surprise. Feel like the weight of a stone or a sharp pain. It changes unexpectedly. As people often say, it’s a journey, not all sad and you take each day at a time.

"The extraordinary outpouring of grief and gratitude for Michael and how he has changed so many lives is very moving, including the heartfelt thoughts and kindness extended to us as a family, for which we are incredibly grateful.

"We sincerely hope that we can continue to share his positive message going forward. Because while we are learning to live without Michael, he is ever-present through the lives that he touched and the difference he made.

"The BBC’s celebration of Michael’s life tomorrow with ‘Just One Thing Day’ is wonderful. A day dedicated to the impact he had on people’s lives and to celebrate his legacy within broadcasting and beyond – it's humbling and delightful all at once. We are so grateful."

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