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King Charles' health issues in full - from polo injuries to cancer shock
King Charles has revealed he has a form of cancer, but he has generally enjoyed good health throughout his 75 years, despite a few health scares and sporting injuries
A red velvet cushion is always laid out on the King's chair during state banquets at Buckingham Palace (Image: PA)"My back is not altogether geared to sitting on the floor, so I may need some help on my way out." Charles managed to jump out of the way to reach a ledge and helped save another friend, Patti Palmer-Tomkinson, by digging her out of the snow and talking to her until a helicopter arrived. Three months later in October 1998, he was back in hospital for laser keyhole surgery on his right knee cartilage due to wear and tear from years of sport and exercise.
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