After being diagnosed with cancer and completing a series of treatments, King Charles of the United Kingdom finally returned to the public eye with Queen Camilla today with great excitement, and his new role was also announced.
The royal couple visited the Macmillan Cancer Center in London, which is part of University College London Hospital, to visit staff and patients and share the exciting news that King Charles has not only long served as Patrons of Macmillan Cancer Support have now taken on a new role as proud patrons of Cancer Research UK, an organization dedicated to saving lives and fighting cancer through research, policy advocacy and public education.
During his visit, the king was particularly focused on raising public awareness of the importance of early diagnosis of cancer, and they had an in-depth understanding of cutting-edge anti-cancer research. In addition, His Majesty Charles also had the honor to meet with Professor Charlie Swanton, chief clinician at Cancer Research UK, to discuss the tracerx project led by Professor Swanton, which focuses on in-depth research and breakthroughs in lung cancer and other cancers.
The king has not been seen in public since the Easter Sunday church service until today. On Friday, Buckingham Palace reported on the king's health and gradual return to official duties, noting that the treatment process was still ongoing and that the final deadline for the treatment was still unclear. However, the medical team is highly satisfied with Charles' current recovery progress and has a positive outlook for his full recovery.
According to the royal announcement, the king's schedule will remain flexible in the next few months, and the number and type of activities he will participate in will strictly follow the recommendations of the medical team. Outdoor activities in the summer are prioritized to reduce the risk of infection in closed environments and protect the health and safety of the king.
Earlier this year, Charles was hospitalized and underwent surgery for prostate problems, during which he was accidentally diagnosed with cancer. At the same time, Prince William actively fulfilled his royal duties. He visited a "Fight for the Planet Award" shortlisted company specializing in low-carbon building materials in the North East and unveiled Newcastle's James Square, a building for people with suicidal tendencies. A life-saving place for free assistance.
In addition, to celebrate Prince William and Princess Catherine's 13th wedding anniversary, Kensington Palace released a previously unpublished portrait of the couple on Monday. The photo, taken by photographer Millie Pilkington, captures the couple's happy moment and is a tribute to King Charles's courage in facing treatment and returning to public life. The black-and-white photo appeared on the official social media account, with a concise and heartwarming text: "13 years ago today!"
