Overview

• King Charles, currently undergoing cancer treatment, visited the Melanoma Institute Australia in Sydney to learn about advancements in melanoma research.
• Renowned researchers Georgina Long and Richard Scolyer, both awarded Australians of the Year 2024, briefed the King on their groundbreaking work in skin cancer treatment.
• Charles's meeting with cancer survivor Adam Brown highlighted the positive impact of the institute's pioneering treatments.
• Despite his own diagnosis, King Charles's health was not a topic of discussion during the visit, though his decision to go public with his diagnosis was praised as courageous.
• The visit is part of King Charles and Queen Camilla's royal tour of Australia and Samoa, marking their first trip to Commonwealth realms since his accession.