King Charles III delivers news on royal family health in pre-recorded statement This special message was broadcast during recognition of Stand Up For Cancer during Channel 4’s brilliant broadcast. The 77-year-old monarch announced that he will reduce his cancer treatment in the new year, a decision attributed to “early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctor’s orders.”
The King was diagnosed with cancer in February 2022 following a prostate operation. Since then, he has been in and out of home-based outpatient treatment on a regular basis. He said achieving this milestone in his recovery is “a personal blessing.”
In his message, King Charles III emphasized the importance of early detection, stating, “early diagnosis quite simply saves lives.” He encouraged the public to learn about the cancer screenings and resources for prevention that are available to them. He drove home the impact these measures have on saving lives.
Reflecting on recent advancements in medical care, King Charles III remarked on “the remarkable advances that have been made in cancer care in recent years.” His own personal battle has now made him into an advocate for cancer awareness and prevention. Following his diagnosis, he became a patron of Cancer Research UK. For almost 30 years, he’s helped raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Responding to the drawing, Buckingham Palace said it was the King’s intention to share his experience. A palace spokesperson noted, “It has long been the King’s view that if some public good can come from sharing elements of his personal diagnosis and treatment journey, then it would be his pleasure and duty to do so.” They stated that the King “will be greatly encouraged and deeply touched” by the public’s response to his video message.
The Stand Up For Cancer telecast, which took place last Friday night. King Charles III, by making his own health issues public, highlighted his commitment to improving awareness of cancer and improving proactive health behaviour among the public.
