Princess Kate has issued a bittersweet statement a year after revealing she is in remission from cancer.
Marking World Cancer Day on Wednesday, January 4, the Princess of Wales released a moving video statement reflecting on her own experience and offering support to others facing the disease.
“On World Cancer Day, my thoughts are with everyone facing a cancer diagnosis, undergoing treatment or making their way through recovery,” she began.
The Queen-to-be went on to acknowledge the far-reaching impact of cancer, stressing that it affects more than just patients. “Cancer touches so many lives — not just patients, but the families and friends and loved ones who walk beside them.”
Drawing on her personal journey, Kate, 44, described the emotional reality of living with the disease. “As anyone who has experienced this journey would know, it is not linear,” she said. “There are moments of fear and exhaustion, but also moments of strength, kindness and deep connection.”
She ended her message with reassuring words. “Today is a reminder of the importance of care, understanding and hope. You need to know that you are not alone.”
The statement was accompanied by footage from Catherine’s visit to London’s Royal Marsden Hospital last January, just months after she announced she had completed chemotherapy at the same hospital for an undisclosed type of cancer.
Days after the visit, the princess confirmed she was in remission.
