In a statement on social media, Kate offered her heartfelt thanks to those who helped her and her husband Prince William, describing her time as a patient as being “exceptional”.
Princess of Wales visits cancer hospitalThe Princess of Wales has said “it is a relief to now be in remission” from cancer and she is “looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead” as she thanked staff at the Royal Marsden Hospital for her “exceptional” care.
It is the first time Kate has used the word remission to describe where she is in her cancer journey since she announced she was undergoing treatment in March last year.
A message on social media, signed ‘C’, said: “I wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you to The Royal Marsden for looking after me so well during the past year.
“My heartfelt thanks goes to all those who have quietly walked alongside William and me as we have navigated everything.
“We couldn’t have asked for more. The care and advice we have received throughout my time as a patient has been exceptional.”
Writing about progress in her treatment, she said: “It is a relief to now be in remission and I remain focused on recovery. As anyone who has experienced a cancer diagnosis will know, it takes time to adjust to a new normal.
“I am however looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead. There is much to look forward to. Thank you to everyone for your continued support.”
It is the first time Kate, 43, has used the word remission to describe where she is in her cancer journey.
Kensington Palace has stressed that she would continue to return to public-facing engagements, but gradually.
The palace described the visit as reflecting her “own personal cancer journey”.
The visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital in southwest London on Tuesday was Kate’s first solo public engagement since returning to official duties.
She met patients and staff and spoke of the care she received.