A message from Catherine, The Princess of Wales
As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment.
The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.
The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you.
With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.
This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.
Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.
I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.
Despite all that has gone before I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life.
William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion has been truly humbling.
To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright.
🎬 by Will Warr
Today is Emergency Services Day (#999Day)
Thank you to the 2 million people working and volunteering across the NHS and emergency services.
From the 250,000 first responders who run towards danger, to hospital staff and personnel behind the scenes. We are indebted to you all.
If someone you care about has received a cancer diagnosis, you may wonder how to support them. We asked people living with cancer to share examples of what’s worked well for them. @RoyalFamily
Today also marks the start of the final month of #JubileeTree planting before the official tree planting season ends on 31st March 🌱
That means there's a month left to plant a Jubilee tree for Her Majesty ahead of the official #PlatinumJubilee celebrations in June 👑
Just given a lecture on Proton Beam Therapy and visited the radiotherapy department this morning.
Fantastically well-equipped and organised.
Just amazing. So impressed with the Lithuanian attitude and approach to cancer care.
There's a lot to learn from them!
I've just had a fantastic weekend away with Alison, the sun is shining and the days are getting longer all the time.
There is plenty to be positive about if you look for it!
Hoping everyone has a productive and enjoyable week.
@ProfKarolSikora I'm surprised the big online training companies haven't offered free training in hand washing and infection control perhaps they could for January @SCIE_socialcare
@ProfKarolSikora Education is a big part of the solution. We assume people know how to was their hands properly that they know how to apply Infection control effectively but they don't they have never been in a situation where they need to learn it.
@JamesBlunt Have you ever randomly asked Alexa "What is a dictionary?". I am definitely going to do it whenever someone comes to visit just to see the look on their face