Camilla reveals difficulty of keeping King’s cancer a secret for first time

WorldHealth & Fitness
19 Aug 2026 • 4:10 PM MYT
The Independent
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Camilla reveals difficulty of keeping King’s cancer a secret for first time

  • The Queen has spoken publicly for the first time about the emotional strain of keeping the King's cancer diagnosis secret before the official announcement in February 2024.
  • In a video marking the 30th anniversary of cancer charity Maggie's, Camilla admitted she was "longing to let it out" during a visit to a centre days before the diagnosis was disclosed.
  • The Queen praised Charles for his determination to keep working through his diagnosis and treatment, stating that "nothing stopped him".
  • Maggie's chief executive, Dame Laura Lee, noted that the King's openness about his health contributed to a 12 per cent increase in male visitors to their centres.
  • Camilla highlighted the importance of psychological and practical support for families affected by cancer, calling for every hospital to feature a Maggie's centre.

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