Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, confirms that she has recovered from cancer

Catherine, Princess of Wales, said Tuesday cancer She was in remission, which lifted a big cloud over the British royal family, who had been suffering from serious health concerns for her and her husband. King Charles III.

“It is a relief to now be in remission and remain focused on recovery,” Prince William’s wife Catherine wrote. On Instagram.

“As anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer knows, adjusting to a new normal takes time. “But I look forward to a fulfilling year ahead,” she added. “There is a lot to look forward to.”

Katherine said last September that she had done so Complete chemotherapy She had cancer and her goal was to remain cancer-free. But Kensington Palace, where she and William have their office, declined to say at that stage whether her doctors had declared her medically cancer-free, or whether she was undergoing any further treatment.

The palace never confirmed Catherine’s type of cancer, how advanced it was, or what other treatment she was undergoing, other than chemotherapy. The cancer was discovered in January after she was hospitalized for 14 days Abdominal surgery.

Catherine’s announcement on Tuesday seemed more promising than her update last fall, although Kensington Palace again did not provide any additional medical details. A palace official warned that Catherine would only return to her official duties on a gradual basis during the remainder of this year.

Her announcement of her entry into the recovery phase came during her visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital in west London, where she was being treated. “A huge thank you to all those who calmly walked alongside William and me as we navigated everything,” Katherine wrote.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.