"Catherine accompanied Prince William, who was originally due to attend solo, at Charing Cross Hospital on Thursday for their first public engagement of 2026. The princess, who is turning 44 on Friday, "wanted to join her husband to show her support for the NHS and to thank the teams at Charing Cross for their efforts" over a difficult winter period, Kensington Palace said."
"PA Media The prince and princess met volunteers from Imperial Health Charity, who help improve care for patients and take pressure off the wider workforce. One volunteer, who works with people going through chemotherapy, spoke to William and Catherine about her role. Referring to patients and visitors, she told the couple: "People will sit there for hours." In response, Catherine said "I know" before touching William's shoulder and saying "you know"."
The Princess of Wales made a surprise appearance the day before her 44th birthday by joining the Prince of Wales at Charing Cross Hospital in London for their first public engagement of 2026. She attended to show support for NHS staff and to thank teams for their efforts during a difficult winter. The couple met volunteers from Imperial Health Charity, including one who works with chemotherapy patients who said people sit for hours. Catherine responded "I know" and touched William's shoulder. The visit surprised healthcare staff on a tea break in a break room funded by Imperial Health Charity, which supports five Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust hospitals.
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