King Charles III is expected to resume royal duties next week following cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace announced Friday.
The king took a break from public appearances almost three months ago after he was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer while undergoing treatment for an enlarged prostate.
The palace said Charles will make a public visit to a cancer treatment center on Tuesday in the first of several appearances he will make. He will be joined by Queen Camilla, where they will meet with specialist doctors and patients.
Another of his first major commitments will be to host a state visit by the Emperor and Empress of Japan in June.
“As the first anniversary of the Coronation approaches, Their Majesties remain deeply grateful for the many kindnesses and good wishes they have received from around the world during the joys and challenges of the past year,” the palace said. in a statement shared on social media which accompanied a new photo of Charles and Camilla.
The palace did not provide an update on the king’s health or treatment.
In January, the 75-year-old king underwent treatment for an enlarged prostate, which the palace said was not cancerous. However, during that treatment, “another cause for concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic testing identified a form of cancer.”
At the time, Buckingham Palace said Charles had “commenced a program of regular treatments” and that during that treatment he would “postpone his public duties.” He said that he would continue with his official business and office work as usual.
While Charles was not involved in any official royal duties during the treatment, he and Camilla were seen arriving at St Mary Magdalene Church, near Sandringham House in the east of England.
The appearance occurred a day later. he expressed thanks for the messages of support he had received from the public. In a statement, the monarch said that such thoughts are “the greatest comfort and encouragement.”
“It is equally encouraging to hear how sharing my own diagnosis has helped to promote public understanding and shed light on the work of all those organizations supporting cancer patients and their families across the UK and around the world,” he said. it’s a statement.
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