King Charles expresses 'heartfelt' gratitude for nationwide support following cancer diagnosis

The King is currently staying at Sandringham following his first round of treatment
Robert Jobson10 February 2024

The King has expressed his “heartfelt” gratitude to the British public for their messages of support following the start of his treatment for cancer.

In a deeply personal statement, signed "Charles R", he said he has been uplifted by their encouragement after his diagnosis was revealed on Monday.

King Charles said: "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.

"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.”

The King is staying at Sandringham, Norfolk, following his first round of cancer treatment after the announcement of his diagnosis.

It comes after both Queen Camilla and The Princess of Wales thanked people for their kindness while carrying out public engagements this week.

When asked about Charles's health as she attended a musical event at Salisbury Cathedral, Camilla said: "He is very touched by all of the letters and messages the public have been sending from everywhere. That's very cheering."

Buckingham Palace announced the King's cancer diagnosis on Monday. It was detected while he was being treated for an enlarged prostate last month. The type of cancer has not been disclosed.

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