Queen Camilla has offered her first public comments on King Charles's health since his cancer diagnosis was announced, stating that he is doing "extremely well under the circumstances." Speaking at a charity event at Salisbury Cathedral, she revealed that the King has been deeply moved by the outpouring of public support.
The 75-year-old monarch is currently recuperating at Sandringham in Norfolk after beginning treatment earlier this week. Buckingham Palace announced the diagnosis on Monday evening, though the specific form of cancer has not been disclosed. The King has postponed all public-facing duties but continues to work on state papers from his red boxes.
During her engagement, Camilla met with medical staff from Wiltshire Air Ambulance. Paramedic Ben Abbott expressed the public's concern, to which the Queen replied: "He's very touched by all the letters and the messages the public have been sending from everywhere – that's very cheering."
Prince William may step in to represent his father at events, though no engagements are currently scheduled. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to make a personal phone call to the King to wish him well, rather than a formal audience, as confirmed by Downing Street and palace sources.
