Kate Middleton visited the hospital where she was treated

Kate Middleton made a meaningful trip to the hospital where she underwent cancer treatment last year.

On Tuesday January 14, the Princess of Wales visited the Royal Marsden Hospital alone where she met patients and staff to express her gratitude and highlight the work of the hospital. She wore a burgundy turtleneck, matching midi skirt, matching pumps and a brown tartan wool coat for her first engagement of the year.

As a Kensington Palace spokesperson explained, Middleton “wanted to make the trip to both show her gratitude to the incredible team, but also showcase the world-leading care and treatment provided by Marsden.

Middleton met with a number of patients, including a woman who had started her cancer treatment that day, according to Daily Mail. “I wanted to come and show my support for the incredible work that is being done here and for those who are going through treatment and going through such difficult times,” she told the woman. “Are you okay? There is light at the end of this tunnel. Very nice to meet you and good luck. You are in good hands.”

Middleton also spoke to hospital staff about the long-term effects of the treatment. “You think the treatment is over, get on with it…the daily tasks, but it’s still a real challenge,” she said. “Understand that as a patient, there are certainly side effects related to treatment, but in reality, there are longer-term side effects.”

The visit will be one of Middleton’s rare royal engagements this year. Last week, it was reported that Middleton plans to take it easy this year as she continues to recover from her treatment. “She takes care of herself and it’s wise to do so,” a source said. People. “She will know when she wakes up whether or not she is well enough (to do something).”

This followed other reports that Middleton was planning to make surprise engagements this year to avoid disappointing people at the last minute. As stated by Queen Elizabeth’s former press secretary, Ailsa Anderson. People in December, “They can’t raise people’s expectations with a lot of commitments only for her (Middleton) to face a setback, not feel good, and things get canceled… the strategy of an unexpected visit gives her flexibility She doesn’t have the pressure of feeling obligated to show up.

Middleton’s chemotherapy treatment ended in September. Since then she has made several appearances, including at Sandringham’s annual Christmas walk and its annual Christmas carol service. Some experts believe her next appearance could be at the 2025 BAFTAs.