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King Charles To Resume Royal Duties After Cancer Diagnosis
King Charles III is set to resume royal duties following his cancer diagnosis.
It was announced in February that the 75-year-old monarch had cancer, following treatment for an enlarged prostate the month before. Following an encouraging response to treatment, and a period of recuperation, he will start taking part in public-facing engagements next week.
A statement from Buckingham Palace reads: "To help mark this milestone, the King and Queen will make a joint visit to a cancer treatment centre next Tuesday, where they will meet medical specialists and patients. This visit will be the first in a number of external engagements His Majesty will undertake in the weeks ahead.
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"In addition, The King and Queen will host Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan for a State Visit in June, at the request of HM Government.
"As the first anniversary of The Coronation approaches, Their Majesties remain deeply grateful for the many kindnesses and good wishes they have received from around the world throughout the joys and challenges of the past year.
"The pacing of the King's programme will be carefully calibrated as his recovery continues, in close consultation with his medical team."
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Shortly after Charles' cancer diagnosis was announced, Catherine, Princess of Wales announced that she was also being treated for cancer.
In a video, the princess said that she is "well and getting stronger every day" and remains focused on "the things that will help [her] heal" in "mind, body and spirits".
"Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too – as is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both," she continued.
"We hope that you'll understand that as a family we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment."
If you would like more information or support about living with cancer or treatment, please click here for guidance from Macmillan Cancer Support, or click here to learn more from Stand Up to Cancer.
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King Charles: How Is His Cancer Treatment Going Three Months After Diagnosis?
It has been almost three months since King Charles was diagnosed with an unspecified type of cancer.
At the time the Monarch, 75, said he remained "wholly positive" about his treatment and looked forward to returning to public duties as soon as possible.
And although he postponed his public-facing duties, he continued with his constitutional work as head of state, including doing paperwork and private meetings.
He is now "greatly encouraged" to be resuming some public duties while continuing treatment for cancer.
How is the King doing now?Buckingham Palace's tone is positive.
It says the King's medical team is "very encouraged" about his continued recovery and that his doctors have been "sufficiently pleased" with progress made so far.
Some of his engagements will be adapted, if needed, "to minimise any risks to His Majesty's continued recovery".
For example, he will not take on a full summer programme.
The King, has generally led a fit and active life, with few reported medical problems.
His cancer was discovered incidentally during a procedure for a benign (non-cancerous) prostate enlargement.
As soon as the cancer was spotted he quickly started a course of treatment.
Experts know that catching and treating cancer early gives the best chance of a good recovery.
Is he still having treatment?The Palace says his "treatment programme" will continue and it is too early to say how long that might last.
It has not given any details about the type of treatment the King is having.
Cancer treatments can come in many different forms.
Some are more intensive - requiring lots of hospital trips - and have more side effects than others. Other ones can be given at home.
There are many different ways of tackling cancer, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy to remove or destroy cancerous cells.
Often a combination of different approaches is used.
Follow-up care can be very important too - including scans and regular checks.
Some people may receive cancer treatment for weeks, months or years.
This might be to prevent cancer from returning, put cancer into remission or help control the progression of cancer, for example.
Some rounds of treatment can dampen the immune system for a while - meaning the risk of infections can be increased.
Is there a risk the King may be taking on too much?Buckingham Palace says the King's diary will be "carefully calibrated" as his recovery continues.
His medical team will be in close consultation and make sure he gets all the treatment he needs. They won't want any of his duties to hinder that progress and his engagements can be adapted, if necessary.
Cancer, and the treatments given to stop it, can cause extreme tiredness or fatigue. And that can vary throughout the day, with each day being different.
What type of cancer does the King have?The palace has not disclosed details about the type of cancer the King has but has said it is not prostate cancer.
Like any patient, medical details are private.
Buckingham Palace says: "His Majesty is greatly encouraged to be resuming some public-facing duties and very grateful to his medical team for their continued care and expertise."
What is it like to live with cancer?The King joins the legions of people around the world living with cancer. One in two people in the UK develop some kind of cancer during their lifetime.
It's a diagnosis that impacts not just your health but your social, family and working life too.
After taking some time off, His Majesty will shortly return to public-facing duties.
Notably, his first visit next week will be to a cancer treatment centre.
He now understands first-hand what living with cancer can entail, although the journey is different for each individual affected.
His may not be the typical story, but he says he is deeply grateful for the kindness and good wishes he has received since going public about it.
There is practical support and information out there for people trying to navigate their way, juggling cancer treatment alongside all the daily responsibilities of life, like paying the bills.
Emotional support is vital too. You may want to talk to someone you know well - a partner or friend - or perhaps someone you do not know so well, like your doctor or a specialist nurse. Some organisations such as Mind and MacMillan can offer this type of support too.
King Charles III To Resume Royal Duties Next Week After Cancer Diagnosis, Buckingham Palace Says
King Charles III is expected to resume his royal duties next week following cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace announced Friday.
The king took a break from public appearances nearly three months ago after he was diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer while he was undergoing treatment for an enlarged prostate.
The palace said Charles will make a public visit to a cancer treatment center on Tuesday in the first of several appearances he will make. He will be joined by Queen Camilla, where they will meet with medical specialists and patients.
Another of his first major engagements will be hosting a state visit by the emperor and empress of Japan in June.
Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla stand in Buckingham Palace Gardens on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, the day after their 19th wedding anniversary. This photo is being released on Friday, April 26, 2024, to mark the first anniversary of their Coronation. (Millie Pilkington/Buckingham Palace via AP) Millie Pilkington / AP"As the first anniversary of The Coronation approaches, Their Majesties remain deeply grateful for the many kindnesses and good wishes they have received from around the world throughout the joys and challenges of the past year," the palace said in a statement shared on social media that accompanied a new photo of Charles and Camilla.
The palace didn't provide a specific update on the king's health, though it says that the "medical team are very encouraged by the progress made so far and remain positive about the King's continued recovery.″
In January, the 75-year-old king had undergone treatment for an enlarged prostate, which the palace said was not cancerous. However, during that treatment, a "separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests identified a form of cancer."
At the time, Buckingham Palace said Charles had "commenced a schedule of regular treatments," and that during that treatment he would "postpone public-facing duties." It said he would continue with his official business and office work as usual.
Who's next in line for the throne after King Charles? The British royal family's line of succession in detail 37 photosWhile Charles did not participate in any official royal duties during treatment, he and Camilla were seen arriving at St. Mary Magdalene Church, close to Sandringham House in eastern England, in February.
The appearance came a day after he expressed thanks for the messages of support he had received from the public. In a statement, the monarch said such thoughts are "the greatest comfort and encouragement."
"It is equally heartening to hear how sharing my own diagnosis has helped promote public understanding and shine a light on the work of all those organizations which support cancer patients and their families across the U.K. And wider world," he said in a statement.
Charles also returned to the public eye at the Easter Sunday service in Windsor last month.
The king is not the only member of the British royal family undergoing cancer treatment. Catherine, the Princess of Wales and wife to Prince William, shared in March that she too had been diagnosed with an unspecified cancer and was undergoing treatment.
Princess Kate, Prince William say they're moved by public reaction to cancer diagnosis 02:40In her video announcement, Kate said she'd begun a course of "preventative chemotherapy" which sparked an outpouring of sympathy from around the world. She did not say what kind of cancer it was or share additional details about her diagnosis.
"This of course came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family," Kate said in the video message. "As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment. But, most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be OK."
Prince William makes first public appearance since Princess Kate cancer news 01:18William made his first public appearance last week. Kate has not made any official public appearances since December 2023.
After the king made his diagnosis public, CBS News royal contributor Julian Payne, who served as communications director for then-Prince Charles, noted on CBS Mornings that under the reign of Charles' mother, Queen Elizabeth II, health issues of the monarch and other senior members of the royal family were never discussed. He said Charles took a bold step by addressing his health problems, which may be due to a desire to encourage others to get themselves checked and make doctor's appointments.
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