On Thursday’s Backchat, we talk about King Charles’ cancer diagnosis and whether it may prompt more people to get check-ups.

No details have been released so far about what form of cancer he has, but the announcement of the diagnosis is a notable departure from the rather secretive approach regarding health issues among the royal family.


When King Charles was treated for an enlarged prostate last month, the palace made it a point to say that he wanted to encourage other men who was experiencing symptoms to see a doctor.


This led to a surge in searches on the condition. In Hong Kong, latest figures show the disease claimed the lives of almost 15,000 people in 2022 – the leading cause of death in the SAR.


So could King Charles’ diagnosis help raise cancer awareness? Will it encourage more people to get potentially life-saving check-ups?


After 9:45am, we speak to a green group on the use of red packets amongst locals.


9:05am-9:45am: King Charles' cancer diagnosis


9:05am-9:15am: Alexandra Tracy, Chair, Royal Commonwealth Society

9:15am-9:30am: Alex Lam, Chairman, Hong Kong Patients’ Voices

9:30am-9:45am: Dr Eric Lam, Senior Medical and Health Officer (Disease Prevention), Department of Health


9:45am-10:00am: Use of red packets

9:45am-10:00am: Beatrice Siu, Senior Public Affairs Officer, Greeners Action