Despite ongoing cancer treatment, King Charles shows no sign of slowing down. He continues to carry out royal duties at home and abroad, most recently hosting French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, at Windsor Castle.

The 75-year-old monarch was diagnosed with cancer in January 2024 and has remained mostly private about his condition. However, he did briefly open up during a speech at a cancer support event, sharing how the diagnosis deepened his appreciation for the compassion shown by caregivers and support organizations.

Royal expert Richard Eden noted this transparency is a break from royal tradition—Charles is the first monarch to publicly acknowledge having cancer. In contrast, his grandfather, King George VI, wasn’t even told he had the disease.

Still, concerns persist. A recent photo showing Charles with a bloodshot right eye sparked alarm on social media, with some fearing it might be a sign of worsening health. Doctors say such broken blood vessels in the eye are usually harmless and often caused by something as simple as a sneeze or cough.

A royal aide told The Telegraph that Charles is handling his treatment “incredibly well,” managing the illness while maintaining a busy schedule. “He’s doing exactly what doctors advise—living life as normally as possible.”

As the King takes some time off this summer, the public continues to admire his determination while quietly hoping for his full recovery.