Camilla describes keeping King’s cancer secret as ‘quite difficult’
- The Queen has spoken publicly for the first time about the emotional strain of keeping the King’s cancer diagnosis secret before the official announcement in February 2024.
- In a video marking the 30th anniversary of cancer charity Maggie’s, Camilla admitted she was “longing to let it out” during a visit to a centre days before the diagnosis was disclosed.
- The Queen praised Charles for his determination to keep working through his diagnosis and treatment, stating that “nothing stopped him”.
- Maggie’s chief executive, Dame Laura Lee, noted that the King’s openness about his health contributed to a 12 per cent increase in male visitors to their centres.
- Camilla highlighted the importance of psychological and practical support for families affected by cancer, calling for every hospital to feature a Maggie’s centre.
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