King Charles III described Wednesday how a cancer diagnosis can be a “daunting and at times frightening” experience for sufferers and their loved ones as he hosted an event to laud the “extraordinary work” of cancer charities.

Britain’s King Charles opened up about his cancer diagnosis on Wednesday, saying it can be a “daunting” and “at times frightening” experience for those living with the illness.

Britain's King Charles on Wednesday said his cancer diagnosis had been an experience that showed him "the very best of humanity", in a personal message celebrating the work of cancer support groups and charities.