King Charles - live: Monarch gives update on cancer treatment as he returns to public duties next week
King Charles is set to return to public duties after the positive effect of his treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer.
The 75-year-old monarch has been receiving outpatient care and has only been seen on a handful of occasions since announcing his condition in February, when he stepped back from engagements involving the public.
Despite the welcome news, sources have said that the King still has cancer and will continue to undergo treatment while managing his summer schedule.
The Buckingham Palace spokesperson said: “His Majesty’s treatment programme will continue, but doctors are sufficiently pleased with the progress made so far that the King is now able to resume a number of public-facing duties.
“Forthcoming engagements will be adapted where necessary to minimise any risks to His Majesty’s continued recovery.”
This latest announcement will be a boost for the monarchy, which was dealt a double blow this year with both the King and the Princess of Wales being diagnosed with cancer.
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King to return to public duties as cancer care continues
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King Charles has announced he will be returning to public duties as he continues to undergo treatment for cancer.
The monarch has been receiving care as an outpatient since announcing his diagnosis in February, and Buckingham Palace officials say he has been reacting positively to the treatment.
A spokesperson said: “His Majesty’s medical team are very encouraged by the progress made so far and remain positive about the King’s continued recovery.”
His return to public duties will not be a full summer programme, but will be announced nearer the time and will be subject to doctors’ advice.
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The hospital has not been publicly identified.
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