Doctors at Buckingham Palace haven't been able to avoid getting upset with Queen Camilla over the latest personal decision she has made. All this, despite the guidelines they gave her regarding her health.
It was at the beginning of 2024 when Charles III and Kate Middleton announced their respective cancers. However, despite their delicate condition, the British monarchy's public activity has continued as usual.
But behind the smiles and gestures of courtesy from its members, there is an increasingly visible concern that runs from the halls of Buckingham to the most sensationalist press.
Nevertheless, this time, the concern doesn't revolve solely around the monarch's health, but also around the strength of the person who has been his greatest support: Queen Camilla.
At 78 years old, the official calendar of the consort monarch has intensified considerably, all in an effort to ensure the continuity of the Crown. This situation, it seems, is beginning to take a toll on her health.
Queen Camilla makes a decision that manages to upset doctors at Buckingham Palace
People close to Queen Camilla say that this pace is pushing her to the limit and that she has even ignored her doctors' warnings. This commitment, although admirable, could end up taking a toll on her.
As expected, now the monarch's health has become the center of attention. The concern about her condition originates from that setback that forced her to cancel her commitments at the end of 2024.
At first, it was said to be a "chest infection," but later it was identified as pneumonia that left consequences. Since then, and as Queen Camilla herself acknowledged, a post-viral fatigue seems to accompany her relentlessly.
Now, specialists have been clear: she must reduce her activity, prioritize rest, and give up habits such as smoking or drinking alcohol. These are a series of bad habits she has used as an escape valve in the face of tension.
Nevertheless, despite the recommendations from doctors at Buckingham Palace, Queen Camilla has decided to continue her work within the institution. In fact, far from stepping back, she has increased her presence at official events, taking on the role of the main face of the monarchy.
Although her determination has been celebrated for her sense of duty, there are also clear signs of physical and mental exhaustion in her. In fact, media outlets such as Times of India and Pakistan Today stated in June that she was "literally on her last legs," referring to her mobility problems and evident fatigue.
Even though each of her public appearances is closely scrutinized, Buckingham Palace keeps a cautious stance. In fact, they limit themselves to providing specific explanations without giving information that could cause alarm.
In April, during a trip to Italy, Queen Camilla told journalists that her husband "loves his job and that keeps him going," adding that "he wants to do more and more and more." "That's the problem," she added.
People in her close circle maintain that her resistance to reducing commitments stems from the fear of being seen as a fragile figure. However, Buckingham experts warn that the combination of advanced age, respiratory history, and constant stress can become an unsustainable burden for her body.