Sarah Ferguson was diagnosed with breast cancer and is recovering following surgery.
Sarah, Duchess of York was recently diagnosed with an early form of breast cancer detected at a routine mammogram screening,
Ferguson, who was previously married to Prince Andrew, had no symptoms prior to the diagnosis.
She was advised she needed to undergo surgery, which has taken place successfully.
The Duchess is receiving the best medical care and her doctors have told her that the prognosis is good.
She is now recuperating with her family.
The Duchess wants to express her immense gratitude to all the medical staff who have supported her in recent days.