Home   News   Article

Subscribe Now

King Charles diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace announces – one day after monarch seen at Sandringham




The King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has started a schedule of treatment, Buckingham Palace said.

It comes just one day after King Charles attended a Sunday church service at Sandringham for the first time since his treatment in hospital for an enlarged prostate.

The Palace confirmed the disease, which is not prostate cancer, was discovered while the King was being treated in hospital for an enlarged prostate.

The King and Queen went to a service at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham. Picture: Joe Giddens/PA
The King and Queen went to a service at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham. Picture: Joe Giddens/PA

The King has started a schedule of regular treatments, but has been advised to postpone his public-facing duties.

The Palace declined to confirm the type of cancer.

He will carry on working behind the scenes on state business and official papers, and returned from Sandringham to London on Monday to commence treatment as an out-patient.

Buckingham Palace said in a statement: “During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted.

“Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.

“His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties.

“Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.

“The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure.

“He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.

“His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”

Charles, 75, was discharged from the London Clinic a week ago after undergoing treatment on an enlarged prostate.

It comes after he smiled and waved to the public as he and the Queen walked to St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham on Sunday morning, accompanied Reverend Canon Dr Paul Williams, rector for Sandringham.



This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies - Learn More