Britain’s King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and will postpone public-facing duties, Buckingham Palace said in a statement.
King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer, the Buckingham Palace disclosed in a statement on Monday.
The deadly ailment was discovered during the king’s recent
hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement.
According to the Palace, “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.”
The Palace added that “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.”
It said 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.
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“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,” the Palace stated.
Charles, 75, became king upon his mother’s death on 8
September 2022. At the age of 73, he became the oldest person to accede to the
British throne, after having been the longest-serving heir apparent and Prince
of Wales in British history.
His coronation took place at Westminster Abbey on 6 May
2023.