King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer, says Buckingham Palace.
The type of cancer has not been revealed - it is not prostate cancer, but was discovered during his recent treatment for an enlarged prostate. The King began “regular treatments” on Monday and will postpone public duties during the treatment, the Palace said.
The King, 75, “remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible,” it added. No further details are being shared on the stage of cancer or a prognosis.
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Although he will pause his public events, the King will continue with his constitutional role as head of state, including paperwork and private meetings.
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All the world’s wealth and power will do nothing to stop a few determined mutated cells from multiplying ad infinitum. They may be “above” us in almost all ways that matter, but you can’t bribe your own cells. Of course he’ll get the very best possible care in the world, including whatever might be experimental right now, and yet - I’m sure he feels death’s cold hand on his shoulder. Too bad death isn’t a peasant you can shoo away like you’re used to…
At least for now…