In a statement released by Buckingham Palace, it has been announced that King Charles III will be undergoing a corrective procedure next week to treat his benign enlarged prostate. The palace assured the public that His Majesty's condition is non-cancerous and that the procedure is aimed at rectifying the situation.

As a result of his upcoming medical procedure, the King's public engagements have been postponed temporarily to allow for a period of recuperation. Meetings and events at Dumfries House, which Charles had been scheduled to attend, have also been postponed indefinitely.

A source from the palace shared that Charles chose to disclose his diagnosis in order to raise awareness about this particular health issue. At 75 years old, this marks the first public health battle that Charles has faced since ascending to the throne in 2022, following the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who held the record for being the longest-reigning monarch in British history.

Coinciding with this announcement was news of another medical procedure within the royal family. Prince William's wife and Charles' daughter-in-law, Kate, the Princess of Wales, underwent a planned abdominal surgery at The London Clinic. The palace confirmed that the surgery was successful and Kate's condition is also non-cancerous.

While the type of surgery that Kate underwent has not been disclosed, the princess is expected to remain hospitalized for a period of 10 to 14 days before returning home to recover. Kate, 42, is the mother of William and her three young children.

Both medical updates have brought attention to the ongoing health issues within the royal family. The procedures highlight the importance of timely diagnoses and treatment, even amongst those in positions of power and influence.