Following his discharge, the king returned to Clarence House, where he is continuing to rest and work. Acting on medical advice, his schedule for Friday has also been adjusted as a precaution.Temporary Setback in the King's Recovery
A source close to the palace described this incident as a “minor bump in the road” in what remains an encouraging recovery process. King Charles, who was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer in February 2024, has been undergoing weekly treatment while gradually resuming public duties.Despite his ongoing treatment, the king has maintained a full schedule, including a reception for media professionals and a visit to a soil exhibition earlier this week. He is also preparing for a historic state visit to Italy in just ten days. The king had been scheduled to meet ambassadors at Buckingham Palace on Thursday afternoon and travel to Birmingham for a series of public engagements on Friday. However, both plans have been postponed due to his health.Medical Visit and Recovery at Clarence House
The king was seen visiting the London Clinic on Thursday morning, the same facility where he underwent treatment for an enlarged prostate in January 2024. He traveled to and from the hospital by car and was not accompanied by Queen Camilla.Although specific details about the side effects were not disclosed, sources indicated they were temporary and common with certain medical treatments. Despite the brief health setback, King Charles was reportedly in good spirits upon his return to Clarence House. He resumed his routine, working on state papers and making calls from his study. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson stated, “His Majesty was due to receive credentials from three ambassadors this afternoon and undertake four public engagements in Birmingham tomorrow. He is deeply disappointed to miss them but looks forward to rescheduling.” The monarch also expressed his sincere apologies to those affected by the schedule changes and extended his gratitude to those involved in planning his engagements.
A source close to the palace described this incident as a “minor bump in the road” in what remains an encouraging recovery process. King Charles, who was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer in February 2024, has been undergoing weekly treatment while gradually resuming public duties.Despite his ongoing treatment, the king has maintained a full schedule, including a reception for media professionals and a visit to a soil exhibition earlier this week. He is also preparing for a historic state visit to Italy in just ten days. The king had been scheduled to meet ambassadors at Buckingham Palace on Thursday afternoon and travel to Birmingham for a series of public engagements on Friday. However, both plans have been postponed due to his health.Medical Visit and Recovery at Clarence House
The king was seen visiting the London Clinic on Thursday morning, the same facility where he underwent treatment for an enlarged prostate in January 2024. He traveled to and from the hospital by car and was not accompanied by Queen Camilla.Although specific details about the side effects were not disclosed, sources indicated they were temporary and common with certain medical treatments. Despite the brief health setback, King Charles was reportedly in good spirits upon his return to Clarence House. He resumed his routine, working on state papers and making calls from his study. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson stated, “His Majesty was due to receive credentials from three ambassadors this afternoon and undertake four public engagements in Birmingham tomorrow. He is deeply disappointed to miss them but looks forward to rescheduling.” The monarch also expressed his sincere apologies to those affected by the schedule changes and extended his gratitude to those involved in planning his engagements.
