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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jill Lawless

What to know about King Charles III's cancer treatment and his message to the public

Britain Royals - (ASSOCIATED PRESS)

Medics and health charities on Saturday praised King Charles III for giving a public update on his cancer treatment, saying his call for people to get tested for the disease could save lives.

In a strikingly personal video statement, the British monarch acknowledged that a cancer diagnosis can feel “overwhelming,” but said catching the disease early brings “the precious gift of hope.”

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