WEBVTT 1 00:00:00.240 --> 00:00:05.440 Hello and welcome. In this episode, we'll be discussing some recent news about 2 00:00:05.480 --> 00:00:10.759 the British royal family that has captured the world's attention. As you may have 3 00:00:10.839 --> 00:00:15.599 heard, Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, recently shared that she was 4 00:00:15.679 --> 00:00:21.800 diagnosed with cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. At the same time, King 5 00:00:21.960 --> 00:00:27.039 Charles is also battling cancer. We know this is a sensitive and personal matter. 6 00:00:27.519 --> 00:00:32.960 Our aim is to provide a thoughtful, factual update on the situation while 7 00:00:33.000 --> 00:00:38.560 respecting the privacy the Royal family has requested. We'll look at how the Princess 8 00:00:38.560 --> 00:00:45.039 of Wales and the Royal family are coping with this challenging time and the outpouring 9 00:00:45.479 --> 00:00:52.200 of support they've received. Cancer is something that touches so many lives. By 10 00:00:52.240 --> 00:00:58.840 discussing this news with compassion and care, we hope to extend our solidarity to 11 00:00:59.079 --> 00:01:03.799 all those in acted by this disease. Thank you for joining us. We 12 00:01:03.000 --> 00:01:10.120 hope you'll find this episode informative and meaningful, and above all, we send 13 00:01:10.159 --> 00:01:15.120 our very best wishes to Princess Kate, King Charles and all those facing health 14 00:01:15.239 --> 00:01:22.239 challenges. You are in our thoughts. Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales 15 00:01:22.640 --> 00:01:29.239 recently shared that she was diagnosed with cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy treatment. 16 00:01:30.239 --> 00:01:34.120 This news came as a shock to Kate and her husband, Prince William, 17 00:01:34.480 --> 00:01:40.079 who have been doing their best to process this difficult situation privately for the sake 18 00:01:40.159 --> 00:01:46.159 of their young children. The cancer was discovered through tests done after Kate had 19 00:01:46.200 --> 00:01:51.840 a major abdominal surgery in mid January. While the surgery itself was successful, 20 00:01:52.200 --> 00:01:59.159 the postoperative tests unfortunately revealed the presence of cancer. On the advice of her 21 00:01:59.200 --> 00:02:05.480 medical team, Kate began preventative chemotherapy in late February and is now in the 22 00:02:05.519 --> 00:02:10.439 early stages of treatment. Kate and William have taken time to carefully explain the 23 00:02:10.520 --> 00:02:16.439 situation to their children, George, Charlotte and Louis in an age appropriate way, 24 00:02:16.919 --> 00:02:23.520 reassuring them that Kate is getting stronger each day by focusing on healing her 25 00:02:23.560 --> 00:02:29.560 mind, body and spirit. Having William's love and support by her side has 26 00:02:29.599 --> 00:02:34.639 been a great source of comfort to Kate during this challenging time. While Kate 27 00:02:34.759 --> 00:02:38.680 looks forward to returning to her official duties when cleared by her doctors, for 28 00:02:38.719 --> 00:02:44.199 now, she is focusing on rest, recovery, and spending time with her 29 00:02:44.240 --> 00:02:50.319 family. She has asked for privacy and space to complete her treatment. Kate 30 00:02:50.439 --> 00:02:55.479 also expressed solidarity with all those whose lives have been impacted by cancer, encouraging 31 00:02:55.520 --> 00:03:01.199 them not to lose faith or hope. This The news comes amidst other challenges 32 00:03:01.319 --> 00:03:08.400 Kate has faced recently, including reports of hospital staff inappropriately trying to access her 33 00:03:08.400 --> 00:03:15.280 medical records, as well as a minor controversy over editing of an official family 34 00:03:15.360 --> 00:03:21.360 photograph she shared. Through it all, Kate has shown tremendous bravery, grace 35 00:03:21.599 --> 00:03:25.639 and resilience. Meanwhile, King Charles, Kate's father in law, is also 36 00:03:25.879 --> 00:03:31.919 undergoing treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer that was reportedly caught early. The 37 00:03:31.960 --> 00:03:38.120 whole country is wishing the royal family well and hoping for Kate and Charles full 38 00:03:38.280 --> 00:03:46.919 and speedy recoveries. Prime Minister Rishisunak spoke for many in offering support and requesting 39 00:03:46.960 --> 00:03:52.319 that the Princess of Wales be afforded the privacy she needs to focus on her 40 00:03:52.360 --> 00:03:58.280 health and loved ones during this difficult time. Thanks for listening to this episode. 41 00:03:59.120 --> 00:04:03.680 We know the news about Kate Middleton and King Charles's cancer diagnoses is deeply 42 00:04:03.759 --> 00:04:09.599 concerning and our hearts go out to the Royal family during this difficult time. 43 00:04:10.080 --> 00:04:15.960 We hope this discussion provided you with a caring, factual update and some meaningful 44 00:04:15.040 --> 00:04:21.480 perspective. 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