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What do we know about King Charles’ cancer and Kate Middleton’s health issues

What do we know about King Charles' cancer and Kate Middleton's health issues
By Selin Hacialioglu
Feb 28, 2024 12:32 PM

The health of King Charles and Kate Middleton has become a hotbed of speculation and intrigue, with unverified claims of Charles’ pancreatic cancer and Kate’s alleged coma dominating discussions

The British royal family faces a challenging time with King Charles III’s recent cancer diagnosis and Kate Middleton’s ongoing recovery from abdominal surgery. These developments have not only sparked public interest but also invited scrutiny and speculation.

Although the royal family has been more vocal than usual about the family members health conditions, rumors about the intensity of King Charles III and Kate Middleton’s health issues have started circulating, which in turn signal the delicate balance the royal family tries to maintain between their private health matters and public responsibilities.

King Charles’ cancer type revealed by courtier

The year 2024 began with an unexpected turn for the British monarchy. In January, King Charles III underwent a routine procedure for an enlarged prostate at the London Clinic. Little did the public know that this would lead to a much more serious discovery.

In early February, the palace made a rare move in openly announcing the King’s cancer diagnosis, but the announcement did not specify the type of cancer.

However, a palace insider allegedly leaked to the National Enquirer that the King is battling pancreatic cancer. This claim adds a layer of speculation to the already sensitive topic of the monarch’s health.

The news prompted immediate reactions, both within the royal family and globally. Despite recent tensions, Prince Harry flew from Los Angeles to London.

“The Queen Consort was ‘furious’ at the duke for apparently ‘using her husband’s cancer as a ‘loving son’ PR stunt,'” the source reported, referring to Prince Harry’s visit. The aide also suggested that she believed the stress caused by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s actions had triggered King Charles’ condition.

Rumors about Kate Middleton being in coma

The discussions about Kate Middleton’s health began on Jan. 16, when Kensington Palace announced her surgery at The London Clinic. The statement confirmed, “The surgery was successful, and it is expected that she will remain in the hospital for 10 to 14 days before returning home to continue her recovery.” She was expected not to return to public duties until after Easter.

However, the lack of photographs or any visual confirmation of her leaving the hospital or at home has raised public curiosity. This intensified when Prince William withdrew from a Service of Thanksgiving for King Constantine of Greece on Tuesday, citing a “personal matter.” The palace’s silence on Kate’s diagnosis has been a catalyst for speculation.

Adding to the intrigue, Spanish journalist Calleja claimed on her TV show to have spoken off-the-record with a royal aide, suggesting that Kate was placed in a medically induced coma due to post-surgery complications.

She alleged, “The doctors had to take drastic decisions at that moment because of the complications that arose,” as reported by The Times. These sensational claims have only fueled the rumor mill further, creating a narrative filled with speculation and conjecture.

Awaiting Royal clarification on health rumors

The health issues of King Charles III and Kate Middleton have brought to light the intricate relationship between the British Royal Family and public discourse. Even though official announcements provided key details, the limited information has led to widespread rumors.

In light of these speculations, it is plausible that the royal family may soon issue further statements to clarify these matters and refute any unfounded speculations. Such a response would provide much-needed clarity and demonstrate the family’s proactive approach to managing their public narrative amidst ongoing speculation.

Last Updated:  May 28, 2024 7:31 PM