The news earlier this week that King Charles has cancer is chilling public opinion in the UK. The news makes the rounds of the internet and in no time spreads to the ends of the earth. Within a few minutes, the first wishes for a speedy recovery arrive at Buckingham Palace and in a few hours the office of the British monarch is “flooded” with messages of support from all over the world.

At the same time, the exact state of health of the Princess of Wales is still a sealed secret. Media analyzes of what’s next give and take. Most of them note that 17 months after the enthronement of the king, the royal family is in an extremely difficult position. It is not only the illnesses that plague her but also that there are not enough family members to cover the increased obligations of the palace.

The world is on the same wavelength, with several citizens, mainly older people, remembering the story of the king’s grandfather, George VI, who died of lung cancer at the age of 56.

The notable difference between 1952 and today is that King Charles chose to make the state of his health public. An act completely contrary to the customs of the palace. But he himself, when he assumed his duties, had declared that he wanted to change this secrecy. And he made his commitment a reality, having a very positive impact indeed. Not only because he showed more extroversion, which was appreciated by the people, but also because he succeeded in raising public awareness of health issues. It is characteristic that the notification of his previous operation on the prostate had an effect to increase by 240%, searches for related topics on the Internet.

Such was the response of the people that King Charles on Saturday evening issued a message of thanks. “I would like to express my heartfelt thanks for the many messages of support and well-wishes I have received over the last few days,” he says, among other things, while emphasizing that “as anyone affected by cancer will know, such kind thoughts are the greatest comfort and encouragement”. He also notes that for him it is “equally encouraging to learn that the publication of his” diagnosis has helped raise public awareness and promote the work of organizations that support cancer patients and their families, both in the UK and abroad. the rest of the world. My lifelong admiration for their tireless care and devotion is even greater after my personal experience,” concludes King Charles in his message of thanks.

However, the latest developments in the palace probably have positive sign for the royal family.

The Princess of Wales has been with her husband and three children at the royal country house in Sandringham since Friday. They will stay there until the end of next week as schools are closed as the UK’s winter school holidays begin.

It is the first time that Princess Kate has traveled since the serious operation which he did in the abdomen. This, as noted by analysts in Britain, is a good sign for the evolution of its health. Not only because the doctors who attend her allowed it, but also because she herself will change performances and have the opportunity to spend carefree – creative time with her children. Something that will definitely help her psychologically.

Her husband, Prince William, will be with her all week, as he has asked to return to his duties next Monday, when the whole family will now be back in Windsor.

After all, the two have made it clear for a long time that the first priority in their lives is the proper upbringing of their children and the cohesion of their family.

It seems that the health of King Charles is also improving. In addition to Queen Camilla’s reassuring statements, he will also travel to London in the middle of the week where he has meetings of his own.

However, what is once again of great concern to many British media is if finally the two brothers, Prince Harry and Prince William will find each other. With the analyzes of the journalists being divided. Some argue that it is only a matter of time before the ice breaks as “in the face of disease even kings bow” as they characteristically write, while others estimate that the rift is so wide that it is impossible to bridge. Time will tell.

Finally, little by little, the landscape is starting to become clearer and the role that the members of the royal family will have from now on. That is, how will the increased obligations of the palace be shared. Thus, as announced from the first moment, King Charles will continue to perform his so-called “state duties”. That is to meet every week with the British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, and sign documents that need his consent.

Increased obligations seem to be assumed by the heir to the British throne, his eldest son, Prince William. He will represent his father in most public appearances and trips abroad. Other members of the royal family such as his sister Princess Royal Anne and the Duke of Edinburgh’s younger brother Edward are also expected to shoulder more duties. It is almost certain that Queen Camilla will also play an important role. Reports claim that he has taken it upon himself to coordinate the obligations that members of the royal family have to cover from now on.