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Just a few days later Prince William shared a rare Kate Middleton Health Update. A close friend of the couple shares how the couple is really doing following the news of Kate’s cancer diagnosis.
According to the couple’s friend, Amaia Arrieta, a designer who has dressed the family for more than a decade, the Princes of Wales are having difficulty coping with the diagnosis despite putting on a brave face in front of the public. “I’m heartbroken right now,” Arrieta said. The Telegraph on May 2, 2024. “I think they are going through hell.” She continued, adding: “I hope they come back. “It’s really personal.”
Arrieta’s update came just two days after Prince William was asked about his wife’s health following a visit to the James’ Place Newcastle charity on April 30, 2024. During his walk, the Prince of Wales was stopped by a royal fan, who asked him about Kate’s health. condition. “Do you mind if I ask you how your wife and children are?” the woman asked, to which Prince William replied: “We’re all fine, thank you.”
The woman continued: “And obviously Catherine?” William responded a second time: “We are all fine.”
The Princess of Wales announced it cancer diagnosis on March 22, 2024. His diagnosis came shortly after undergoing a planned abdominal surgery in January 2024. Although the surgery was successful, post-operative tests discovered the presence of cancer. Her medical team recommended that she begin preventive chemotherapy and, in her announcement, Kate revealed that she was in the early stages of this treatment.
Despite much speculation about her condition in the weeks leading up to her announcement, the mother of three delayed sharing news of her diagnosis, in part so she and Prince William could properly explain her condition to their children, Prince George. , Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. “It’s taken us a while to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that’s appropriate for them, and reassure them that I’m going to be okay,” she shared at the time. “As I have told you; I’m doing well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirit.”
Kate also expressed her gratitude for the support received, with a special thanks to her husband. “Having William by my side is also a great source of comfort and peace of mind,” she said. “Just like the love, support and kindness that many of you have shown. “It means a lot to both of us.”
News of Kate’s diagnosis came just over a month after Buckingham Palace announced that her father-in-law, King Charles, was also receiving treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer following a routine prostate procedure. “During The King’s recent hospital procedure for a benign prostate enlargement, another issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer,” the palace said in a statement on February 5, 2024. “Her Majesty has today begun a program of regular treatments, during which time doctors have advised her to postpone her duties facing the public. . During this period, Her Majesty will continue to conduct state affairs and official procedures as usual.”
The monarch has since returned to work, having attended three public royal engagements during the week of April 29, 2024. Meanwhile, Princess Kate privately continues her recovery.
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