King Charles will be “deeply touched” by the response to his recent cancer treatment updateaccording to Buckingham Palace.

On Friday, Dec. 12, the King, 77, appeared in Channel 4’s Stand Up to Cancer broadcast with a pre-recorded message, speaking about his “overwhelming” cancer diagnosis and the importance of early detection, as he also revealed a significant development in his own health journey — that his treatments will be “reduced” in 2026.

Now, Buckingham Palace said in a statement, per Sky Newsthat it is “delighted by the scale and sensitivity of the worldwide media reaction” to King Charles’ candid speech, including “the many kind comments we have received for the King, both from those working in cancer care and from the general public.”

The palace added that King Charles “will be greatly encouraged and deeply touched by the very positive reaction his message has generated.”

“He will be particularly pleased at the way it has helped to shine a light on the benefits of cancer screening programs,” Buckingham Palace continued. “It has long been the King’s view that if some public good can come from sharing elements of his personal diagnosis and treatment journey, then it would be his pleasure and duty to do so. His thoughts and warmest wishes will remain with all those affected by cancer and those who care for them.”

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Buckingham Palace announced King Charles’ cancer diagnosis in February 2024.

The news came shortly after he underwent treatment for a benign enlarged prostatethough officials clarified the cancer was unrelated.

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King Charles’ short film was broadcast as part of Channel 4 and Cancer Research UK’s Stand Up to Cancer campaign, which works to raise awareness and funds for cancer treatment and life-saving research.

The clip was recorded by King Charles at his London home, Clarence House, several weeks ago.

King Charles said in his candid message that his reduced treatment plan is due to “early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to ‘doctors’ orders.’ ”

“This milestone is both a personal blessing and a testimony to the remarkable advances that have been made in cancer care in recent years; testimony that I hope may give encouragement to the fifty percent of us who will be diagnosed with the illness at some point in our lives,” he continued.

While King Charles avoided the word “remission,” a Buckingham Palace spokesperson confirmed that the royal’s recovery has reached a notably positive stage.

“His Majesty has responded exceptionally well to treatment, and his doctors advise that ongoing measures will now move into a precautionary phase,” they said. “This position will be continuously monitored and reviewed to protect and prioritize his continued recovery.”

PEOPLE understands that while the specifics of the King’s treatment will remain private, the frequency will be significantly reduced. The exact type of cancer will also remain private.