King Charles Thanks Well-wishers For Support After Cancer Diagnosis

The British Monarch also underlined how his diagnosis "shine a light on the work of all those organisations which support cancer patients and their families" across the UK, as well as globally.

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In the first message after Cancer diagnosis, UK's King Charles III expressed gratitude to the public for support and good wishes, adding that it is the greatest comfort and encouragement.

He said that it is heartening to hear how sharing his own diagnosis has helped promote public understanding.

"I would like to express my most heartfelt thanks for the many messages of support and good wishes I have received in recent days," King Charles said in a statement.

"As all those who have been affected by cancer will know, such kind thoughts are the greatest comfort and encouragement," he added.