Speaking openly and honestly about the perils of cancer is no mean feat, and none more so than if you’re the head of the Royal Family who millions of people across the world look up to. That’s why it’s so extraordinary for Charles to be so open and honest about his own cancer journey, as he uses his platform to help raise awareness of the cruel disease and encourage more people to get tested.
His latest message goes further than before, as he sits in front of a camera and delivers the welcome “good news” that his treatment schedule will be reduced in the New Year. It’s a warm, personal way to speak about something so difficult and will no doubt resonate with many who have been touched by the perils of the disease and encourage people to book screening tests.
How long he, his beloved family and friends, team at the Palace and of course the nation, has waited to hear a positive update on his difficult health journey.
It’s almost been two years since the Palace revealed, just 18 months into his reign, that the King had been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer and he’s brought the issue of early diagnosis to the forefront of his work.
As I’ve said many times since his diagnosis almost two years ago, Charles has let the public in like no monarch has done before.
His courage and openness has served to humanise him and remind the nation that above all, our King is a 77-year-old husband, father, and grandfather facing a disease that sees over 400,000 new cases in the UK each year.
And his incredible work ethic despite his regular treatment schedule is a credit to him and the nation, as instead of taking it easy he has leaned into his duties more than ever, using them to help him through a difficult and unpredictable period.
On his regular public appearances he is completely invested in wherever he is visiting, and always makes a beeline to speak to well-wishers who have gathered to see him.
Spending time with people is what the King thrives on and news of his treatment plan reducing will enthuse him more than ever as he looks to start 2026 with renewed vigour.
