The Princess of Wales has completed chemotherapy and will return to some public duties in the coming months.
Kate shared the news with “relief” on Monday after an “incredibly tough” nine months since being diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer. She has been undergoing preventative treatment since late February.
“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,’’ she said in the video which was shot last month in Norfolk.
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“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.”
The 42-year-old wife of Prince William said her focus would be on “doing what I can to stay cancer-free” but was “looking forward to being back at work” with plans to undertake a light program of engagements until the end of the year.
“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,” she added.
“Despite all that has gone before, I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life.”
She thanked the public for their support, saying the family had “drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time”.
“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,” she concluded.
The princess last appeared in public for the men’s final at Wimbledon in July where she received a standing ovation.
She plans to support her family at the Cenotaph on Remembrance Sunday in November as well as host a Carol Service in December.