A Complete Timeline of King Charles’ Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

King Charles is focused on his health after being diagnosed with cancer.

After undergoing a procedure to treat an enlarged prostate in January, Buckingham Palace revealed the king had cancer on February 5.

“During the King’s recent hospital procedure for a benign prostate enlargement, a particular issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests identified a form of cancer,” the palace said in a statement.

The statement added that King Charles “has begun a schedule of regular treatments” and will therefore postpone his public duties for the time being.

The medical diagnosis comes after his daughter-in-law Kate Middleton underwent abdominal surgery, which will also keep him out of the public eye for the coming months. She underwent surgery on January 16 and was later discharged to her home in Windsor on January 29, where she has been recovering.

Here’s everything there is to know about the King Charles timeline.

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17 January 2024: Buckingham Palace reveals King Charles will receive treatment for enlarged prostate

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In mid-January, Buckingham Palace revealed that King Charles would undergo a medical procedure on his prostate.

“Like thousands of men every year, the King sought treatment for an enlarged prostate,” Buckingham Palace said in a statement. “His Majesty’s condition is benign and he will go to hospital next week for a corrective procedure.”

They added: “The King’s public engagements will be postponed for a short period of recovery.” At the time, it was thought the king wanted to share his diagnosis to encourage men who may have symptoms to get checked.

January 26, 2024: King Charles is admitted to hospital for surgery

The following week, King Charles was photographed arriving with Queen Camilla at a private London clinic, the same hospital where Kate was recovering from abdominal surgery. PEOPLE knows the king visited the Princess of Wales in hospital ahead of her own surgery.

According to a British newspaper The TelegraphCharles left Clarence House shortly after 8:30am local time on Friday, having returned to London the previous day before the procedure.

“The King was admitted to a London hospital this morning for planned treatment,” Buckingham Palace confirmed in a statement. “His Majesty would like to thank everyone who has sent well wishes over the past week and is delighted to learn that his diagnosis is having a positive impact on public health awareness.”

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27 January 2024: Queen Camilla visits King Charles in hospital

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After Buckingham Palace confirmed that King Charles was in hospital, his wife was photographed leaving the London clinic three times in a 24-hour period.

During one trip, Camilla also informed the well-wishers gathered outside about her husband’s well-being. “It’s fine, thank you,” she said, per ITV’s Chris Ship.

January 29, 2024: King Charles leaves hospital after surgery

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Three days after the operation, King Charles was discharged from the hospital. He emerged from the hospital’s main entrance with his wife, Queen Camilla, waving to the crowd gathered outside as he walked to his waiting car.

“The King was discharged from hospital this afternoon following planned medical treatment and has postponed upcoming public engagements to allow for a period of private recovery,” Buckingham Palace said in a statement.

He would like to thank the medical team and everyone involved in supporting his visit to the hospital and is grateful for all the kind messages he has received in recent days, the statement continued.

February 4, 2024: King Charles is seen for the first time since his operation

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On February 4, the king was seen for the first time since leaving hospital as he greeted well-wishers outside St Mary Magdalene Church near Sandringham. He was accompanied by his wife, Queen Camilla, as they both walked to Sunday service near their home in Norfolk, England. The royals also posed for pictures with the Reverend Canon Dr Paul Williams, Rector of Sandringham.

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February 5, 2024: King Charles announces his cancer diagnosis

A day after appearing at a Sunday church service, Buckingham Palace announced King Charles’ cancer diagnosis.

“During the King’s recent hospital procedure for a benign prostate enlargement, a separate matter of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests identified a form of cancer,” the palace said in a statement.

“His Majesty began a schedule of regular treatments today, during which time doctors have advised him to postpone public duties. During this period, His Majesty will continue to carry out government business and official paperwork as usual,” the statement continued.

“The King is grateful to his medical team for their prompt intervention, which was made possible by his recent hospital procedure. He remains completely positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible,” the statement added. . “His Majesty has decided to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope of helping to increase public understanding for those around the world who are affected by cancer.”

PEOPLE understands King Charles told his sons Prince William and Prince Harry about the diagnosis himself. The source says William is in regular contact with his father, while Harry, who moved to California with wife Meghan Markle in 2020, is expected to travel to the UK in the coming days. The king also personally informed his siblings, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward, before the news was announced.

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