King Charles spotted waving to well-wishers hours before cancer news announced
King Charles waved to well-wishers outside church in Sandringham just hours before the palace announced his cancer diagnosis.
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King Charles III made his first public outing hours before it was announced he has been diagnosed with cancer.
The monarch had recently undergone a medical procedure for an enlarged prostate, which prompted his stay in the hospital. However, following medical examinations, a separate and concerning issue led to the diagnosis of cancer.
On Sunday local time, Charles went to church with Queen Camilla in his first public outing since his hospital stay.
At the church service, the British monarch waved to well-wishers outside of St. Mary Magdalene Church near Sandringham.
The 75-year-old, who appeared in good spirits, was accompanied by his wife, Queen Camilla.
The pair attended Sunday services near their country home in Norfolk, England. At one point, they were pictured with the Reverend Canon Dr. Paul Williams, the Rector of Sandringham.
The couple’s appearance came on the same day that the UK Sunday Times reported that Charles had appointed a new assistant equerry, Captain Kat Anderson.
The former Royal Artillery officer will be the king’s assistant and focus on foreign trips, the publication reported. According to the outlet, the 33-year-old is the first woman to serve a British monarch in the key role.
The king was previously seen leaving the hospital on January 29 following his treatment.
“The king was this afternoon discharged from hospital following planned medical treatment and has rescheduled forthcoming public engagements to allow for a period of private recuperation,” Buckingham Palace announced at the time.
On the royal family’s official Instagram page, a statement was shared that read, “Thank you to all those who have sent their good wishes during The King’s hospital stay. His Majesty is delighted that his diagnosis is having a positive impact on public health awareness.”
Charles spent a total of three nights in the hospital. On the day the king left, he appeared well, walking on his own and wearing a grey suit with a double-breasted overcoat.
On January 17, it was announced that Charles was scheduled to have a “corrective procedure” for his enlarged prostate. The palace later announced that the surgery had been a success.
“His Majesty is doing quite well,” a royal source told Fox News Digital.
Charles, who ascended the throne 16 months ago, was diagnosed with the benign condition on January 17 after he experienced undisclosed symptoms. He cancelled engagements and was urged to rest ahead of the procedure, which had concluded by Friday afternoon.
Today, Buckingham Palace announced King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer. The cancer type has not been revealed but it is not prostate cancer.
“During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted,” the palace said in an emailed statement. “Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.”
“His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties,” the statement added.
According to the statement, the king wanted to share his diagnosis “in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”
The London Clinic private hospital is the same facility where Charles’ daughter-in-law, Kate Middleton, was admitted for planned abdominal surgery.
On the same day that the family shared the news of Charles’ planned procedure, it was announced that the Princess of Wales had been hospitalised for her own surgery. Details of her condition have not been shared, but when the statement was released, doctors had already completed the procedure successfully. She was expected to stay hospitalised for up to two weeks.
Kensington Palace recently revealed that the mother of three had gone home to “continue her recovery from surgery,” noting that she is “making good progress.”
“The Prince and Princess wish to say a huge thank you to the entire team at The London Clinic, especially the dedicated nursing staff, for the care they have provided,” the statement read.
“The Wales family continues to be grateful for the well wishes they have received from around the world.”
Middleton is not expected to return to her duties until after Easter in late March. The 42-year-old is recovering at her Adelaide Cottage home in Windsor.
It is unclear when King Charles will resume his duties, but the recovery time for his procedure is typically short and Camilla has said that he is “looking forward to getting back to work.”
This article originally appeared in Fox News and was reproduced with permission
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