King Charles sent to hospital over cancer treatment side effects
King Charles was admitted to hospital after experiencing temporary side effects from his ongoing cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.
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LONDON — King Charles III is opening up about the impact of his cancer diagnosis in an emotional new statement.
The British monarch, 76, used the message to share his experiences of the disease, which he said showed him “the very best of humanity.” The statement was issued to attendees of an April 30 reception that Charles and wife Queen Camilla hosted to highlight the work of cancer support groups and charities.
“Each diagnosis, each new case, will be a daunting and at times frightening experience for those individuals and their loved ones,” he said in the message published by Buckingham Palace. “But as one among those statistics myself, I can vouch for the fact that it can also be an experience that brings into sharp focus the very best of humanity.”
Charles also thanked charities for their work to raise funds for research and reflected on the value of the human connection they offer patients in times of need.
“It has certainly given me an even deeper appreciation of the extraordinary work undertaken by the remarkable organizations and individuals gathered here this evening, many of whom I have known, visited and supported over the years,” Charles said.
“And it has reinforced what I have long observed during these visits — that the darkest moments of illness can be illuminated by the greatest compassion.”
Buckingham Palace said in February 2024 that Charles had been diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer, detected in tests after a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate.
He has been receiving treatment since and returned to public duties a year ago. Although updates on his condition have been rare, a Buckingham Palace source said in December 2024 that the treatment had been moving in a positive direction.
On March 27, the palace revealed Charles had spent a short time under hospital observation after experiencing side effects from his cancer treatment, although he returned to his home, Clarence House, the same day. The king traveled to Italy the following month with Queen Camilla for a four-day state visit that saw Charles deliver an address to the Italian parliament.
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