King Charles III said at a charity event that early diagnosis, effective intervention and following doctors’ orders allowed his cancer treatment schedule to be reduced in the new year. The 77‑year‑old called his update “good news,” stressing that early detection can transform treatment journeys and save lives.
In candid remarks — his most substantial health update since revealing his diagnosis in early 2024 — the king acknowledged how overwhelming a cancer diagnosis can feel, and urged people not to avoid screening. He said his own experience showed that early detection is “the key” that can change outcomes.
Since disclosing his diagnosis nearly two years ago, King Charles has largely continued his royal duties while undergoing treatment. The palace has not publicly disclosed the type of cancer he has.
The king’s comments come amid other royal health news: shortly after his announcement, Kensington Palace revealed that Catherine, Princess of Wales, was also receiving cancer treatment. The princess completed chemotherapy later that year and confirmed in January that she was in remission.
The update from the monarch served as a reminder to the British public about the importance of screening, early detection and following medical advice in the shared fight against cancer. Imtiaz Tyab, CBS News, London.