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King Charles III recently revealed what helped him get through the "darkest moments" of his cancer battle thus far.
On Wednesday (April 30), the beloved monarch, who was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer in 2024, spoke about his condition during a cancer support organization reception at Buckingham Palace (per US Weekly), drawing attention to compassionate doctors and nurses.
"It has certainly given me an even deeper appreciation of the extraordinary work undertaken by the remarkable organizations and individuals gathered here this evening, many of whom I have known, visited, and supported over the years. And it has reinforced what I have long observed during these visits — that the darkest moments of illness can be illuminated by the greatest compassion."
He assured that selfless healthcare workers who assist him and countless others "have my whole family’s deepest admiration and gratitude."
"What strikes us repeatedly is the profound impact of human connection — whether in the careful explanation from a specialist nurse, the hand held by a hospice volunteer, or the shared experience in a support group. These moments of kinship create what I might call a community of care, one that sustains patients through the most difficult of times."
The King explained that, while cancer is a "frightening experience," it also "brings into sharp focus the very best of humanity."
"Each diagnosis, each new case, will be a daunting and at times frightening experience for those individuals and their loved ones. But as one among those statistics myself, I can vouch for the fact that it can also be an experience that brings into sharp focus the very best of humanity."
For more on King Charles' ongoing cancer battle, read King Charles Makes First Statement Since Hospitalization Amid Cancer Battle.