‘PIONEERING’ CANCER TREATMENT FOR KING
Charles in outpatient visits
KING Charles faces “pioneering and less invasive” cancer treatment, it is believed.
The 75-year-old is expected to have “highly specialised” outpatient treatment in a London hospital once a week, while staying at his Clarence House home.
The monarch will then return to Sandringham, Norfolk, for the remainder of the week to rest and recuperate, it is understood.
A source said: “Cancer treatment has come on in leaps and bounds in past years and is smarter than was the case.
“The efficacy and side-effects are significantly improved.”
He still plans to commit to his weekly audiences with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, which usually take place on a Wednesday. Buckingham Palace confirmed a call between them on Wednesday, to show that the
King was carrying on his duties. Weekly audiences are expected to resume in person.
Palace officials say if this is not possible, or if doctors advise against it, the meetings may be held virtually.
The King’s public duties have been postponed to minimise risk of infection. The Princess Royal yesterday acknowledged support for the King on a visit to
Wormword Scrubs Pony Centre in West London. Anne nodded and smiled as she was told: “We wish you and your family well,” by founder Joy Langdon.
Prince William returned to duties on Wednesday, after supporting wife Kate during her abdominal surgery last month, carrying out an investiture.
Macmillan Cancer Support reported a “King Charles effect”, with a 42% rise in visits to the charity’s website on Monday, compared to a year ago.