Catherine, Princess of Wales, announces she is undergoing treatment for cancer

Catherine, Princess of Wales, announces she is undergoing treatment for cancer

Catherine, Princess of Wales , has cancer, she announced in a video message released by Kensington Palace on Friday, and is in the early stages of chemotherapy. In the video, the former Kate Middleton, 42, said the diagnosis was a "huge shock after an incredibly tough couple of months." The cancer was found during testing done after she successfully underwent major abdominal surgery in January, Kate said. She did not specify the type of cancer or its stage. She thanked the public for their support in recent weeks, adding that she and her family "now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment." Kate's health and well-being have been the subject of speculation since she virtually disappeared from public view in late December. On Jan. 17 , Kensington Palace announced that Kate was recovering from a planned abdominal surgery. The princess "is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter," on March 31, the palace said at the time. E…