King Charles thanks public for support in first statement since cancer diagnosis

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The King has spoken publicly for the first time since the announcement of his cancer diagnosis as he thanked individuals for their “many messages of support and good wishes”.

Charles stated it was “equally heartening” to listen to how sharing his diagnosis has helped to advertise public understanding of cancer.

In a message to the public, Charles stated: “I would like to express my most heartfelt thanks for the many messages of support and good wishes I have received in recent days.

“As all those who have been affected by cancer will know, such kind thoughts are the greatest comfort and encouragement,” he continued.

“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 organisations which support cancer patients and their families across the UK and wider world.

“My lifelong admiration for their tireless care and dedication is all the greater as a result of my own personal experience.

“Charles R.”

Buckingham Palace confirmed the King, who solely acceded to the throne 17 months in the past, doesn’t have prostate cancer, saying solely that he has a “form of cancer”.

He was recognized after a “separate issue of concern was noted” and was investigated whereas he was being handled for his benign enlarged prostate.

The Palace has referred to as for the King’s privateness to be revered, particularly throughout his remedy, however stated he wished to make his diagnosis public due to his long-running support for cancer charities.

A number of medical professionals from completely different teams have counseled the King’s candour over his well being.

Chiara De Biase, director of support and influencing at Prostate Cancer UK, highlighted a 500 per cent improve in individuals coming to the charity’s web site for info and support in the week following the King’s announcement of his enlarged prostate situation in January.

The 75-year-old King was seen in public for the first time since his cancer diagnosis on Tuesday as he left Clarence House the day after beginning his remedy, following a quick reunion with the Duke of Sussex.

Charles has postponed all public-facing duties, however is constant with behind-the-scenes work on his pink containers of state papers.

The Prince of Wales might step in to symbolize his father at an occasion, however no engagements are scheduled in the mean time and the royal palaces will make preparations if the necessity arises.

The King’s sickness coincided with a hospital keep by the Princess of Wales, who underwent deliberate stomach surgical procedure.

Earlier on Saturday, the Princess Royal attended the Six Nations rugby match between Scotland and France.

Anne, who has been the patron of Scottish rugby since 1986, greeted gamers forward of kick-off.

Scotland went on to lose 16-20 to France, regardless of dominating for a lot of the match.