Queen Camilla Offers Rare Update on King Charles’ Health Amid Cancer Battle During Hospital Visit
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Queen Camilla provided a much-needed ray of hope to King Charles’ supporters as she shared a rare update on the monarch’s health while opening the Dyson Cancer Centre at Royal United Hospitals (RUH) Bath NHS Foundation Trust. The Queen Consort was in good spirits as she reassured the public about her husband’s condition.
When asked about King Charles’ health during her visit, Camilla smiled and replied, “He’s doing very well,” offering reassurance as he continues his treatment for cancer. This rare update comes amid growing concerns about the monarch’s well-being.
Camilla met with patients, staff, and supporters at the state-of-the-art cancer center, which is expected to significantly improve the lives of more than 500,000 people across the South West of England. One touching moment during her visit involved a playful exchange with Paul Holdway, a 55-year-old nurse undergoing a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. When Holdway admitted to feeling “very tired,” Camilla humorously replied, “Men won’t admit it,” a lighthearted nod to her husband’s own health struggles.
While Camilla’s remarks were reassuring, recent reports suggest she has been concerned about King Charles’ refusal to slow down despite his diagnosis. According to an insider, “She has been trying to encourage him to slow down. Of course, he wants to keep cracking on, but she is afraid that doing too much could set him back.”
The source added, “There has been a lot of positive spin about the king doing well and getting back to work, but he has cancer. He is not well.” The Queen Consort’s efforts to get King Charles to take it easy have reportedly been met with resistance, as the monarch is known for his tireless work ethic.
“Camilla has been telling him to take a break, but he is a workaholic, and he won’t listen,” the insider shared. As King Charles continues to balance his duties with his health challenges, Camilla’s update offered reassurance to the public, signaling that the monarch remains committed to his responsibilities while navigating his treatment.
