LONDON –
Kate, Princess of Wales, visited a London hospital on Tuesday where she underwent cancer treatment last year to personally thank doctors for their care and support, her office said.
Kate, 43, underwent preventive chemotherapy treatment after major abdominal surgery a year ago revealed the presence of cancer.
For the treatment, which concluded in September, Kate attended the Royal Marsden Hospital in central London and on Tuesday made an official visit there to mark her appointment as joint patron of its specialist cancer unit with her husband, Prince William.
During his visit he met patients and staff and talked about his own treatment. A royal source said Kate wanted to show her gratitude to the hospital staff and highlight their work.
“We are incredibly fortunate to receive royal patronage – it is inspiring for staff and patients and allows us to highlight the excellent work our staff do every day for patients and their families,” said Cally Palmer, chief executive of The Royal Marsden. . NHS Foundation Trust.
Kate’s illness meant she was absent from royal duties for most of last year, although she gave several health updates in very personal video messages.
(Reporting by Michael Holden; editing by Sarah Young)
