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King Charles’s openness about his health marks a change for the Royals

6 February 2024

8:04 PM

6 February 2024

8:04 PM

The great ages achieved by King Charles’ mother, the Queen (96), and maternal grandmother, the Queen mother (101), show that the modern British Royal family generally enjoy rude good health. But their royal status and excellent medical care are no guarantee against the illnesses that beset all mortal men and women.

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