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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Steffie Banatvala

Princess of Wales discusses ‘life-changing’ cancer journey during hospital visit

  • The Princess of Wales discussed her personal, “life-changing” cancer journey and its profound impact on patients, their families, and friends during a visit to Colchester Hospital.
  • Kate Middleton said that cancer recovery is a “rollercoaster” and finding a “new normal” takes considerable time, even after treatment concludes.
  • The Princess praised the Cancer Wellbeing Centre's “holistic” support, which includes counselling and dietary advice, for its crucial role in patient and family care.
  • She emphasised the invaluable nature of strong support networks, describing the healing process as a “zig-zag” rather than a smooth, linear progression.
  • During her visit, she planted a Catherine's Rose in the hospital's wellbeing garden. The flower is named in her honour to promote outdoor well-being, with proceeds supporting cancer patient care.

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