British Royal Family And Their Health Crises

Mar 24, 2024, 08:27 IST

Pragati Awasthi

Over the years, the British royal family has battled with a lot of health crises, and the most recent of Kate Middleton’s cancer revelation has shocked the world.

Here we take a look at other royal family members and their health crises:

King Charles III

In January 2023, King Charles III was diagnosed with cancer. In the statement released by the palace, the type of cancer was not revealed.

Princess Diana

Behind the huge walls of her castle, Princess Diana has suffered a lot — from struggling with mental health all alone, Diana had a very tough battle with bulimia nervosa.

Meghan Markle

In her interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021, Meghan Markle revealed how living with a royal family took a toll on her mental health, and it accelerated to the point that she even had suicidal thoughts.

Sarah Ferguson

Prince Philip

Prince Philip’s heart problems had been a big issue in his life. In 2021, he underwent surgery for a pre-existing heart condition. He was also treated for a blocked coronary artery in 2011.

Kate is the latest royal member to be diagnosed with cancer. Two months after her abdominal surgery, Kate revealed that she is undergoing cancer treatment.

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