King Charles has sent a personal message to fellow cancer patients, speaking of the "daunting and at times frightening experience" for cancer sufferers and their loved ones.

King Charles spoke about his own experience as a cancer patient on Wednesday, during a private reception he and Queen Camilla hosted at Buckingham Palace. The royals welcomed people working in community-based cancer organizations and initiatives, with the king personally expressing gratitude for their dedicated work.

King Charles III is opening up about the impact of his cancer diagnosis in an emotional new statement. The British monarch, 76, used the message to share his experiences of the disease, which he said showed him "the very best of humanity.