Princess Kate returns to hospital where she received chemotherapy treatment as new role announced
Princess Kate celebrated her 43rd birthday last week.
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Princess Kate has today returned to the hospital where she received her chemotherapy treatment.
The Prince and Princess of Wales have become Joint Patrons of The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust.
The announcement follows the royal's visit to the hospital based in Chelsea on Tuesday.
Kate received her own cancer treatment at The Royal Marsden in 2024.
Princess Kate has today returned to the hospital where she received her chemotherapy treatment.
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The Prince and Princess of Wales have become Joint Patrons of The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust.
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During her visit, the princess met with current patients receiving treatment at the hospital.
She also spent time with staff members working across various roles within the facility, strengthening the connection between the Royal Family and this specialist cancer centre.
Dame Cally Palmer, Chief Executive of The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, expressed delight at the new joint patronage.
She said: "We are incredibly fortunate to receive Royal Patronage - it is inspiring for staff and patients and enables us to shine a light on the outstanding work our staff deliver every day."
Kate received her own cancer treatment at The Royal Marsden in 2024.
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During her visit, the princess met with current patients receiving treatment at the hospital.
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The Royal Marsden made history when it opened in 1851 as the world's first hospital dedicated to cancer diagnosis, treatment, research and education.
Today, the NHS Foundation Trust operates as a world-leading cancer centre across three sites in Chelsea, Sutton and Cavendish Square in central London.
A Kensington Palace spokesman said: "The Princess wanted to make the journey to both show her gratitude to the incredible team but also highlight the world-leading care and treatment the Marsden provides."
An aide added: "Today was about visiting the Marsden to reflect on her own personal journey."
Kate spent time with staff members working across various roles within the facility, strengthening the connection between the Royal Family and this specialist cancer centre.
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The Royal Marsden made history when it opened in 1851 as the world's first hospital dedicated to cancer diagnosis, treatment, research and education.
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As Kate arrived at the hospital's main entrance, the princess said: "I was just saying, coming in the front entrance here, having made so many quiet, private visits, actually it's quite nice."
It comes after the Princess of Wales vowed to stand side by side with cancer patients following the completion of her chemotherapy.
Kate said in September: "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."
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