This content was created by Orlando Mancini. This content was uploaded by Orlando Mancini. This is a YouTube video titled "ATENCIÓN: Video de Kate Middleton hablando sobre su diagnóstico de cáncer" (created 2024-03-22) containing a public personal statement by Catherine, Princess of Wales (Kate Middleton). In the statement she explains she underwent major abdominal surgery in London in January that was initially thought to be non‑cancerous; post‑operative tests found cancer and she is now starting a course of preventative chemotherapy. She describes her recovery, thanks her medical team and supporters, notes the support of her husband William and the need to explain things to their children (George, Charlotte and Louis), asks for time, space and privacy while she completes treatment, and offers messages of hope to others affected by cancer.
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I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you personally for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding. Whilst I've been recovering from surgery, it has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family. But I've had a fantastic medical team who have taken great care of me for which I'm so grateful. In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London and at the time it was thought that my condition was non cancerous. The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I'm now in the early stages of that treatment. This, of course came as a huge shock and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family. As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment. But most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that's appropriate for them and to reassure them that I'm going to be okay. As I've said to them, I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal in my mind, body and spirit. Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too, as is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both. We hope that you'll understand that as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I'm able. But for now, I must focus on making a full recovery. At this time, I'm also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.
