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Kate Returns to Cancer Hospital Where She Was Treated

SHOW OF THANKS

Middleton made the visit to express thanks and show solidarity with other patients.

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales talks with Rebecca Mendelhson during a visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital in west London on January 14, 2025.
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Kate Middleton made an emotional visit Tuesday to the Royal Marsden Hospital in London, where she was treated for cancer last year. She also announced that she and her husband will become joint patrons of the prominent cancer research hospital. A source said that Kate wanted to visit the hospital to show her “gratitude” to its staff for their “exceptional care, support and compassion” and to offer support to those currently going through treatment. Kate met with staff and patients during the visit. Kate’s visit was not pre-announced.