Princess Catherine hugs young mum ringing 'end of cancer treatment' bell
Princess Catherine shared an emotional moment with cancer patient Claire Lorente at the Christie Hospital in Manchester. Claire celebrated the end of her chemotherapy treatment by ringing the hospital's 'end of treatment bell,' with the princess offering her support and congratulations. This visit was part of Catherine's ongoing commitment to raising awareness about cancer and supporting patients and their families.
- ▪Princess Catherine embraced Claire Lorente after she rang the end of treatment bell.
- ▪June 4 marked the last day of Claire's treatment for breast cancer.
- ▪Catherine participated in an art session with cancer patients during her visit.
- ▪She emphasized the emotional and psychological impact of cancer on patients and their families.
- ▪This was the second cancer-related outing of the week for Princess Catherine.
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In pictures: Princess Catherine shares emotional moment with cancer patientHBy Hanan DervisevicTopic:RoyaltyFri 5 Jun 2026 at 12:49pmFri 5 Jun 2026 at 12:49pmFri 5 Jun 2026 at 12:49pmPrincess Catherine embraced Claire Lorente after she rung the end of treatment bell. (Reuters: Andy Stenning/Pool)abc.net.au/news/princess-kate-emotional-moment-cancer-patient-christie-hospital/106763156Link copiedShareShare articleAt the Christie Hospital in Manchester an "end of treatment bell" rings in celebration of young mum Claire Lorente who has completed her course of chemotherapy.Standing beside the 30-year-old and cheering her on is the Princess of Wales, who is no stranger to battling cancer.In a tearful moment in front of family members and staff, Princess Catherine offers Claire a hug.June 4…
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