King Charles diagnosed with Cancer
The news was announced at approximately 6pm on the 5 February, 2024, in a Statement from Buckingham Palace.
‘ during the King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer. His Majesty has today commenced schedule of regular treatments during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public facing duties.’
It triggers an enormous media reaction. The BBC inevitably switches from extended news coverage of two other gruesome stories, to this even more headline-dominating news.
Put bluntly, the news can be and was summed up in a headline. King Charles diagnosed with cancer. What sort was not immediately revealed.
Royal Commentators, always on alert, were summoned up to talk endlessly with little news but free rein to share their copious opinions.
This can be summed up in one word, 'SHOCK', one said, then finding a large number of other words to Camera ...
