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Sarah Ferguson has said she is in “good spirits” as she breaks her silence after it was revealed that she is battling an aggressive form of skin cancer.
In an Instagram post, the Duchess of York said she has been “taking some time to herself” at her home in Austria following the diagnosis – which came just months after she revealed she had breast cancer.
“Naturally another cancer diagnosis has been a shock but I’m in good spirits and grateful for the many messages of love and support,” she wrote.
The malignant melanoma was found after her dermatologist asked that several moles were tested at the same time as the Duchess was undergoing reconstructive surgery.
Meanwhile, The Princess of Wales has been in hospital since Tuesday while she recovers from a successful abdominal surgery in the London Clinic.
She is said to be “doing well” but will be admitted for several more days, and is not expected to return to official duties until after Easter.
As a result, the future Queen has to sit out of some of the events she usually shows support for including Children’s Mental Health Week, The BAFTAs and the Commonwealth Day service.
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The King’s upcoming “corrective procedure” has caused a surge in Google searches for prostate checks worldwide.
The analysis, by skincare experts at Supplement Doctor, reveals that searches for “prostate check” and “how to check prostate” increased by 242 per cent and 217 per cent worldwide in the last seven days after King Charles’ announcement of suffering symptoms connected to an enlarged prostate.
It is understood that The King was keen to reveal his diagnosis to encourage others to get checked also.
Worldwide searches for “prostate symptoms” have also soared by 290 per cent in the past seven days at the same time. This is an increase of over four times the average search interest.
The announcement has also encouraged searches for “prostate check age”, which have skyrocketed by 275 per cent in the past 12 months worldwide.
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King is ‘fine’ as he prepares to undergo treatment for enlarged prostate
The King is “fine” as he prepares to undergo treatment for an enlarged prostate this week, the Queen has told a member of the public during a visit in Swindon.
Camilla visited Deacon and Sons, a 175-year-old family run jewellery shop, in Swindon on Monday afternoon.
Among those outside hoping to catch a glimpse of the Queen was 86-year-old Jessie Jackson, from Swindon, who said Camilla told her the King “is fine”.
Ms Jackson told the PA news agency she shook the Queen’s hand and asked her how Charles was doing.
Camilla thanked her for asking and Ms Jackson added: “She’s lovely.”
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Kate keen not to stall work as she recovers
The Princess of Wales has been recovering in hospital since Tuesday following a successful abdominal surgery for an unknown health concern.
She is expected to remain at the London Clinic for several more days before continuing her recovery at home. It’s expected she won’t be able to carry out official royal engagements until after Easter, but aides say she “will not stall” her work.
An aide told the Express: “Her passion for the early years is clear, there will be a huge continuation of that campaign, and she will be keen to be out continuing that conversation with the nation as soon as possible.”
The Princess of Wales is keen not to stall work as she recovers
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What is the treatment for melanoma?
Sarah Ferguson has revealed she has malignant melanoma – an aggressive form of skin cancer – just months after she received a breast cancer diagnosis.
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can spread to other areas of the body. Any diagnosis of melanoma is cancer, even if the term “malignant” is not used before it.
Melanoma can often be treated, with several types of surgery used and radiotherapy, medicines and chemotherapy are also sometimes used as treatments.
Surgery may include: removing the melanoma and an area of healthy skin around it – helping lower the chances of it coming back; removing swollen lymph glands if the cancer has spread to them; removing melanoma that has spread to other areas of the body.
The specific treatment depends on the location of the cancer, if it has spread and the general health of the patient.
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Sarah, Duchess of York opens up on cancer and her royal rehabilitation
Sarah Ferguson’s malignant melanoma diagnosis marks her second cancer diagnosis within the space of a year.
Back in June, she had a single breast mastectomy and the malignant melanoma was discovered during her ongoing treatment for breast cancer.
In December, Guy Walters spoke to the Duchess of York about her battle with cancer and her life as a royal, read the full Independent Premium article here:
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Watch: Princess of Wales’ last public appearance as she’s admitted to hospital for surgery
The Princess of Wales smiles at well-wishers and holds hands with Princess Charlotte in her last public appearance before being admitted to hospital for abdominal surgery.
Princess Kate greeted crowds as she attended the royal family’s Christmas Day church service in Sandringham.
She has not been seen in public since.
Kensington Palace today (Wednesday 17 January) announced the Princess had successfully undergone planned abdominal surgery.
She was admitted to the London Clinic in Marylebone on Tuesday (16 January) for the planned procedure and is expected to remain in hospital for ten to 14 days.
Princess of Wales’ last public appearance as she’s admitted to hospital for surgery
The Princess of Wales smiles at well-wishers and holds hands with Princess Charlotte in her last public appearance before being admitted to hospital for abdominal surgery. Princess Kate greeted crowds as she attended the royal family’s Christmas Day church service in Sandringham. She has not been seen in public since. Kensington Palace today (Wednesday 17 January) announced the Princess had successfully undergone planned abdominal surgery. She was admitted to the London Clinic in Marylebone on Tuesday (16 January) for the planned procedure and is expected to remain in hospital for ten to 14 days.
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Queen Camilla tells King Charles to ‘slow down'
Queen Camilla has urged King Charles to slow down amid a recent health scare around his enlarged prostate.
The 75-year-old monarch was pictured driving around his Sandringham Estate ahead of an operation later this week.
“The Queen has told him he needs to slow down a bit,” a source told The Sun.
Queen Camilla urged King Charles to ‘slow down’ ahead of operation, reports suggest
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Prince Harry makes rare joke about father King Charles amid royal rift
Prince Harry has made a rare comment about his father King Charles III amid rumoured tension with the British royal family.
The Duke of Sussex, 39, reportedly cracked a joke about the British monarch during his speech at the Living Legends of Aviation Awards in Beverly Hills, California. The father of two was being recognised at the 21st annual awards for his work as a British Army veteran and pilot.
The royal was presented the honour by actor John Travola, who asked Harry to speak about his flight experience. He then recalled his very first flight with his father, the then-Prince of Wales.
“I think I was maybe seven or eight years old in a Wessex helicopter, and I jumped into it so excited. And then my father jumped in behind the controls and I was terrified,” Harry told the audience, according to Entertainment Tonight.
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Sarah Ferguson’s family have been rallying around the royal as she recovers from the shock at being diagnosed with skin cancer – and the one person likely providing support to the Duchess of York is her ex-husband Prince Andrew.
The former royal couple have been divorced for 28 years but still share a lasting bond despite both having endured a series of scandals that would have driven others apart.
Fergie has stood by Prince Andrew during the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, providing soothing words to her former lover as he was forced to step back from royal duties in 2019.
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