The Princess of Wales has revealed that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is in the early stages of chemotherapy.
In a statement recorded by the BBC in Windsor, Catherine said her condition was diagnosed after major abdominal surgery in January. After weeks of speculation about her health, Catherine and her husband Prince William said they needed time to explain the situation to their three children, George, 10, Charlotte, eight, and Louis, five. This was reported by the Guardian.
A shock to the family
“This has obviously been a huge shock and William and I have done everything we can to cope with this situation for our young family,” she said. “As you can imagine, it took a while. I needed time to recover from the major operation to start treatment. Most importantly, we needed time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a suitable way and reassure them that I would be fine.
The 42-year-old Princess of Wales was admitted to a London clinic on January 16 for major abdominal surgery. At the time, the palace refused to reveal why Catherine was being treated, but said it was not for cancer.
Catherine said the cancer was discovered only after surgery. Raja is also currently undergoing treatment for cancer.
The report was released on Friday
In her statement, recorded on Wednesday and released on Friday, Catherine began by thanking everyone who had pledged her support and said she was doing well and “getting stronger every day”, adding: “It's been an incredibly difficult few months for our whole family, but I've had an amazing team of doctors who have helped me. Well taken care of and for that I am very grateful.
Catherine said she was able to reassure her children that she would recover from the diagnosis. “I told them that I'm doing better and getting stronger by focusing on things that help me stay healthy — in my mind, my body and my soul,” she said. “Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance. So is the love, support and kindness so many of you have shown me. It means so much to both of us.
Reactions: “Great courage”
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has assured the princess of the entire nation's support. “He has shown enormous courage with his announcement today. “I know I speak for the entire country in wishing her a speedy and full recovery, and I look forward to seeing her back in action when she's ready.” The head of government criticized the rumors and conspiracy theories surrounding the state. The future queen in recent weeks. Sunak said Kate was treated unfairly in some media and social networks. The wife of Prince William, the heir to the throne, has the same right to privacy in matters of health as all other people.
The White House also expressed its condolences. Our thoughts are with Kate, her family and her friends, spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre said Friday in Washington. “Of course we wish her a full recovery.”
