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Britain’s Princess Kate says she is making progress with cancer treatment

Britain’s Princess Kate says she is making progress with cancer treatment

The Princess of Wales is due to make her first public appearance on Saturday since surgery five months ago revealed her diagnosis.
15 Jun, 2024

Kate, Britain’s Princess of Wales, has said she is making good progress as she undergoes preventative chemotherapy but is “not out of the woods” ahead of her first public appearance on Saturday since surgery revealed the presence of cancer.

In a personal written message released on Friday, Kate said she had been “blown away” by the thousands of kind messages from across the globe that followed her cancer announcement in March.

She said they had made a world of difference to her and her husband, heir-to-the-throne Prince William.

“I am making good progress, but as anyone going through chemotherapy will know, there are good days and bad days,” her statement said.

“On those bad days you feel weak, tired and you have to give in to your body resting. But on the good days, when you feel stronger, you want to make the most of feeling well.”

Her improved health means she will be able to appear in public for the first time since last December, when she joined other senior royals for an annual Christmas Day church service.

On Saturday morning, Kate, 42, will accompany her three children, Princes George and Louis and Princess Charlotte, in a carriage during “Trooping the Colour”, an annual military parade held in central London to mark the monarch’s official birthday.

She will also join King Charles, Queen Camilla and the other senior family members on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, the high-profile pinnacle of the event.

While Kate said she was hoping to take part in other events this year, aides cautioned that Saturday did not mark a return to a full schedule of work.

“My treatment is ongoing and will be for a few more months,” she said.

“I’m looking forward to attending The King’s Birthday Parade this weekend with my family and hope to join a few public engagements over the summer, but equally knowing I am not out of the woods yet.”

Abdominal surgery

Kate spent two weeks in hospital in January after she underwent major abdominal surgery, and two months later she announced in a video message that tests had revealed the presence of cancer, and she would begin preventative chemotherapy.

Her office, Kensington Palace, has declined to give further details about the type of cancer or about her treatment, other than to say the preventative chemotherapy had begun in February.

In her message, Kate said on days when she felt well it was “a joy to engage with school life, spend personal time on the things that give me energy and positivity”. As part of that, she was starting to do work from home, and was able to hold some meetings.

“I am learning how to be patient, especially with uncertainty,” said the princess, who is often known by her maiden name Kate Middleton.

“Taking each day as it comes, listening to my body, and allowing myself to take this much needed time to heal.”

A new photo of the princess was also released to coincide with her message, showing Kate looking well dressed in a jacket and jeans, standing under a tree on the Windsor estate to the west of London, where the family home is located.

Her illness has coincided with that of Charles, 75, who has also been undergoing treatment for cancer. He returned to public duties in April, and has remained busy, although his diary commitments are being limited to minimise risks to his recovery.

“His Majesty is delighted that the Princess is able to attend tomorrow’s events, and is much looking forward to all elements of the day,” a Buckingham Palace spokesperson said.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the whole country would be behind Kate, adding her statement was brave, honest and “wonderful news”.

“I’m sure it will bring an enormous amount of comfort to so many other people who are grappling with similar health challenges,” he said at a press conference at a G7 conference in southern Italy.

“I think she deserves enormous praise for what she said and it’ll be great to see her there tomorrow.”

Kensington Palace also said William was pleased to see Kate starting to return to the work and projects that were so important to her.

“He will continue to focus his time on supporting his wife and children, while continuing to undertake his public duties,” a spokesperson said.

Comments

M. Emad Jun 15, 2024 12:44pm
Wish Princess Kate Middleton a quick recovery and getting back to normal life.
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NYS Jun 15, 2024 01:28pm
Much anticipated Kate , making good progress delighted to see her appearance Get well soon!!!
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Mehboob Ali Lalani Jun 15, 2024 02:06pm
I wish her speedy recovery and the best of health.
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Syed Hasni Jun 15, 2024 03:32pm
Beating cancer is a personal battle. It was one of the toughest opponents I have faced so far, and I think I did reasonably well.” – Yuvraj Singh It would be nice if Yuvi visit Kate at this time and share his experience with her. Kind Regards for Kate and the family
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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Jun 15, 2024 03:50pm
Wishing her better health, full recovery, long life and continuation of her philanthropic endeavors and social works for the betterment of people of U.K. and other places in the world.
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Taj Ahmad-USA Jun 15, 2024 07:48pm
Get well soon, you’re a strong lady and you can beat this cancer very soon.
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Dr Tarik Jun 16, 2024 08:49am
What kind of cancer she has?
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Asad Jun 16, 2024 02:54pm
Get well soon Shezadi Kate, nation prays for you.
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mirza akbar valliani Jun 19, 2024 04:29pm
Delighted to see Princess. Wish her fast and speedy recovery. Get Well soon!!!
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