King Charles has supported Macmillan Cancer Support since 1997, long before his own cancer diagnosis in 2024. The organization provides cancer care and support to patients and their families across the UK through hospital and community centers.
After his diagnosis, Charles paused public duties for a few months. His first return engagement was especially meaningful—a visit to a Macmillan Cancer Centre at University College Hospital in London.
More recently, he visited the Sir Robert Ogden Macmillan Cancer Centre in York to tour the facility and meet staff. During the visit, a warm moment stood out when he greeted a woman in the garden area. Instead of a formal handshake, they embraced, kissed on both cheeks, and spoke briefly, with the woman praising him.
After the heartfelt exchange, the King continued meeting staff as part of his tour of the centre.