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Daily Mirror
19-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
King Charles' touching cancer message to Joe Biden after 'aggressive' diagnosis
It has been revealed that the King, who was diagnosed with cancer last year, has sent a private letter to former US president Joe Biden, who announced he is now battling the disease The King has written privately to Joe Biden to lend his support after the former US president was diagnosed with the disease. Charles, who is still undergoing his own treatment for an undisclosed cancer, sent his best wishes to Mr Biden in the wake of his health news. Mr Biden was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer on Friday, with tests revealing the cancer had spread to his bones. The King hosted the then-American leader for tea and talks at Windsor in July 2023, with a spokesman for the monarch saying the relationship between the pair had been "extremely cordial". Mr Biden also attended Queen Elizabeth II's funeral in 2022, and, in 2021, he and Charles, then the Prince of Wales, held a bilateral meeting during the Cop-26 summit in Glasgow. When the King was diagnosed with cancer at the start of 2024, Mr Biden expressed his concern. Mr Biden, who is six years older than the 76-year-old King, told reporters at the time: 'I'm concerned about him. Just heard about his diagnosis. I'll be talking to him, God willing.' He later tweeted: 'Navigating a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship takes hope and absolute courage.' Last week, the King spoke candidly about his own cancer treatment, saying he would like to think he is on the 'better side' of his journey. Charles made the comment to a former cancer patient he met during an away-day with the Queen to Bradford. Florist Safeena Khan spoke to Charles when he visited Impact Hub Yorkshire to meet local business owners supporting diverse communities in Bradford, and she presented the King with a bouquet inspired by the garden of his Highgrove home. After chatting to Charles, Ms Khan said: "He asked me how I was, and I asked him how he was. There was some pleasantries towards the end, but it was a lovely conversation." The King undergoes regular treatment as an out-patient at the London Clinic, and the Bradford florist said he gave her the "thumbs up" when she asked about his health, and told her: "I'd like to think I'm on the better side (of my cancer journey)". Meanwhile, in his first message on social media since the medical announcement, Mr Biden thanked people for their love and support. He wrote: "Cancer touches us all. Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places. Thank you for lifting us up with love and support." Prostate cancer is assigned a Gleason score, which ranges from two to 10 and indicates how abnormal the cancer cells are when compared to healthy tissue under a microscope. Mr Biden's office reported his score was nine, suggesting a highly aggressive form of the disease. "While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive, which allows for effective management," a statement from Mr Biden's office read. Get Royal Family updates straight to your WhatsApp! As the royals get back to their normal duties after a difficult year, the Mirror has launched its very own Royal WhatsApp community where you'll get all the latest news on the UK's most famous family. We'll send you the latest breaking updates and exclusives all directly to your phone. Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Daily Record
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
King Charles' major cancer update as makes admission about his treatment
Charles spoke to a florist during his visit where he opened up about his cancer treatment. King Charles has spoken out about his cancer journey and made a rare admission about his treatment. The King was visiting Bradford when he opened up about his diagnosis saying he would like to think he is on the "better side" of his cancer journey. Charles' comments were made during a conversation with a former cancer patient as he travelled to the West Yorkshire city with Queen Camilla to celebrate its status as the UK's City of Culture, writes The Mirror. The King has been receiving ongoing treatment for about 15 months since he was diagnosed early last year. Florist Safeena Khan chatted with Charles when he visited Impact Hub Yorkshire to meet local business owners supporting diverse communities in Bradford. Safeena handed the King a bouquet inspired by the garden of his Highgrove home, writes The Mirror. After chatting to Charles, Ms Khan said: "He asked me how I was, and I asked him how he was. There was some pleasantries towards the end, but it was a lovely conversation." The King receives regular treatment as an out-patient at the London Clinic, and the Bradford florist said he gave her the "thumbs up" when she asked about his health, and told her: "I'd like to think I'm on the better side (of my cancer journey)". The King has ramped up his workload this year following positive progress with his cancer treatment, and that has continued despite the 'bump' of spending a short stay in hospital after experiencing temporary cancer treatment side effects in March. Charles will be jetting to Canada for the opening of the Commonwealth country's parliament at the end of this month and, after a busy summer period, will be hosting a state visit by France's President Emmanuel Macron when the royal diary is normally winding down. Earlier in the day, the King was left 'flabbergasted' by magician Steven Frayne, formerly known as Dynamo, when he turned a newspaper into £20 notes. The magician impressed the King at the start of his tour of the Yorkshire city, where he recognised another famous son, painter David Hockney, while the Queen visited the nearby home of the Bronte sisters. he King has had a tumultuous second year on the throne, having been diagnosed with cancer and undergoing ongoing treatment. His daughter-in-law, the Princess of Wales, has also been battling the disease. However, an insider revealed that Charles has faced the past year with a "determination to be as public as he was able", in order to reassure the nation about his capabilities. The King has also found strength in the support of Queen Camilla. "Her natural warmth, resilience and sense of humour, as I'm sure any patient will tell you, is a wonderful thing to have," the source told the PA news agency. "Of course it's been a stressful year for Her Majesty, too, but there was never a sense of despondency, only a determination that they would get through this, as with so many other challenging issues in the past." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Edinburgh Live
16-05-2025
- Health
- Edinburgh Live
King Charles gives update on cancer journey in rare admission about his treatment
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info King Charles has candidly discussed his cancer journey, making a rare comment about his treatment. The King was on an official visit to Bradford when he expressed hope that he is on the "better side" of his cancer journey. His remarks were made during a conversation with a former cancer patient as he travelled to the West Yorkshire city alongside Queen Camilla to celebrate its status as the UK's City of Culture. The King has been undergoing continuous cancer care for approximately 15 months since he was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of the disease early in 2024. Florist Safeena Khan had the opportunity to speak to Charles when he visited Impact Hub Yorkshire to meet local business owners supporting diverse communities in Bradford, and she presented the King with a bouquet inspired by the garden of his Highgrove home. After her chat with Charles, Ms Khan shared: "He asked me how I was, and I asked him how he was. There was some pleasantries towards the end, but it was a lovely conversation." The King regularly receives treatment as an out-patient at the London Clinic, and the Bradford florist revealed he gave her the "thumbs up" when she enquired about his health, and told her: "I'd like to think I'm on the better side (of my cancer journey)", reports the Mirror. The King increased his workload at the beginning of the year following positive progress with his cancer treatment, and this has continued despite a brief hospital stay due to temporary side effects from his cancer treatment in March. Charles is set to jet off to Canada for the opening of the Commonwealth nation's parliament at the close of May, and following a jam-packed summer, will play host to President Emmanuel Macron of France for a state visit during a typically quieter period in the Royal calendar. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages
Daily Mirror
16-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
King Charles gives major cancer update in rare admission about his treatment
King Charles and Queen Camilla travelled to Bradford for an away day, and there, the King met a former cancer patient, who chatted to him about his cancer journey since being diagnosed 15 months ago King Charles has opened up about his cancer journey in a rare admission about his treatment. The King was on an away day in Bradford when he revealed that he would like to think he is on the "better side" of his cancer journey. His comments came as he chatted to a former cancer patient as he travelled to the West Yorkshire city with Queen Camilla to celebrate its status as the UK's City of Culture. The King has been receiving ongoing cancer care for about 15 months since he was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of the disease early in 2024. Florist Safeena Khan spoke to Charles when he visited Impact Hub Yorkshire to meet local business owners supporting diverse communities in Bradford, and she presented the King with a bouquet inspired by the garden of his Highgrove home. After chatting to Charles, Ms Khan said: "He asked me how I was, and I asked him how he was. There was some pleasantries towards the end, but it was a lovely conversation." The King undergoes regular treatment as an out-patient at the London Clinic, and the Bradford florist said he gave her the "thumbs up" when she asked about his health, and told her: "I'd like to think I'm on the better side (of my cancer journey)". The King stepped up his workload at the start of the year following positive progress with his cancer treatment, and that has continued despite the 'bump' of spending a short stay in hospital after experiencing temporary cancer treatment side effects in March. Charles will be flying to Canada for the opening of the Commonwealth country's parliament at the end of May and, after a busy summer period, will be hosting a state visit by France's President Emmanuel Macron when the royal diary is normally winding down. Earlier in the day, the King was left 'flabbergasted' by magician Steven Frayne, formerly known as Dynamo, when he turned a newspaper into £20 notes. Bradford-born Frayne impressed Charles at the start of his tour of the Yorkshire city, where he recognised another famous son, painter David Hockney, while the Queen visited the nearby home of the Bronte sisters. Teenager Florence McGrellis surprised the King with an impromptu hug when he toured the Hockney Gallery at Cartwright Hall. Florence, 15, who has Down's Syndrome, said afterwards it was 'awesome' adding, "I'm friendly and I'm very helpful, and I'm a hugger", and the King seemed to enjoy the gesture, smiling and patting her on the back. Asked what The King said to her, Florence, from Bingley, said: "He asked us what do you do? And, what will you do in the future?"And asked what her friends at Titus Salt School, in Baildon, will think, she said: "They don't know that I'm here but they will be very excited."
Wales Online
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
King Charles gives cancer update saying he is 'on better side'
King Charles gives cancer update saying he is 'on better side' The King has been receiving ongoing cancer care for about 15 months King Charles III meets members of the Bantam of the Opera choir The King has spoken candidly about his cancer treatment saying he would like to think he is on the 'better side' of his journey. Charles's comments were made to a former cancer patient he met during an away-day with the Queen to Bradford to celebrate its status as the UK's City of Culture. The King has been receiving ongoing cancer care for about 15 months since he was diagnosed with an undisclosed from of the disease early in 2024. Florist Safeena Khan spoke to Charles when he visited Impact Hub Yorkshire to meet local business owners supporting diverse communities in Bradford and she presented the King with a bouquet inspired by the garden of his Highgrove home. After chatting to Charles, Ms Khan said: 'He asked me how I was, and I asked him how he was. There was some pleasantries towards the end, but it was a lovely conversation.' The King undergoes regular treatment as an out-patient at the London Clinic and the Bradford florist said he gave her the 'thumbs up' when she asked about his health, and told her: 'I'd like to think I'm on the better side (of my cancer journey)'. The King stepped up his workload at the start of the year following positive progress with his cancer treatment and that has continued despite the 'bump' of spending a short stay in hospital after experiencing temporary cancer treatment side effects in March. Charles will be flying to Canada for the opening of the Commonwealth country's parliament at the end of May and after a busy summer period will be hosting a state visit by France's President Emmanuel Macron when the royal diary is normally winding down. Earlier, the King was left 'flabbergasted' by magician Steven Frayne when he turned newspaper into £20 notes. Bradford-born Frayne impressed Charles at the start of his tour of the Yorkshire city where he recognised another famous son, painter David Hockney, while the Queen visited the nearby home of the Bronte sisters. Teenager Florence McGrellis surprised the King with an impromptu hug when he toured the Hockney Gallery at Cartwright Hall. Article continues below Florence, 15, who has Down's Syndrome, said afterwards it was 'awesome' adding, 'I'm friendly and I'm very helpful, and I'm a hugger', and the King seemed to enjoy the gesture, smiling and patting her on the back. Frayne, formerly known as Dynamo, showed the King new tricks he had been working on like an 'athlete' training, when Charles met a group supported by his King's Trust at a refurbished venue which will play a key role during Bradford's cultural year. He told the King he had just finished a run of 50 shows and was making a TV programme and joked 'you should come on it, we've got to tell our story, we go way back'. The entertainer, whose big break came after he was awarded a grant by Charles' trust, added: 'I wouldn't be doing magic today without the support you gave me.' The King replied: 'But it was your determination – you studied.' He produced a handful of note-sized pieces of paper and told the King 'I've got some newspaper clippings but I've been trying to take any bad news and turn it into good news', and as he tapped the paper pile it turned into £20 notes and Charles held the money to verify it. The classic 'pick a card' trick with a twist followed and Charles' apt selection of 'King of Hearts' became the new name for a string of wifi hotspots in the Bradford Live venue when the King named his card. Charles burst into laughter and Frayne said later: 'I've been fortunate to visit him in the royal estate, but it's nice to bring him back to my hood, to my estate – from council estate to royal estate. 'He's created an opportunity for someone (who felt) I'm invisible, there was no hope. It's almost come full circle as now he's back in Bradford, 2025, we're the capital of culture and he's once again inspiring hope and he's inspiring his own type of magic in all these incredible people.' Article continues below Asked about the King's reaction to the magic, the entertainer replied: 'He just said it was absolutely phenomenal and a lot of amazing words that made my magic sound incredible, he said keep going, and said he was flabbergasted.'
