The Duchess of Cambridge is passionate about using her platform to get the nation talking about the importance of children's early years. Within that remit, the royal is Patron of the Evelina London Children's Hospital, which is not only continuing to care for its young patients, but taking on adult coronavirus patients.
Clearly, like the rest of the country, Kate is incredibly grateful to the NHS staff and volunteers who are keeping us all safe. She penned a letter to the Evelina Hospital, which has been shared on social media.
"It was wonderful to receive an uplifting message from our Patron HRH, The Duchess of Cambridge, for all our hardworking staff and volunteers," the hospital said.
The letter began by saying:
“I am writing to let you know how much I am thinking of all the team at Evelina London Children's Hospital during this hugely difficult time."
Kate added:
"It is heartening to know you are still very much open for business and continuing to provide expert care to sick children despite the challenging circumstances. You are all truly inspirational and I know how much you will be there for these families, as you always have been."
"You are now facing the additional pressure of caring for adult COVID-19 patients, but it is a testament of your support and commitment to your patients that you are all pulling together to ensure they will have the best possible care," continued Kate.
"Whether working on the frontline, or behind the scenes, you will be having to juggle these pressures and manage both your professional and personal lives. Please look after yourself and each other and know the whole country is behind you."
The royal signed off the note with her best wishes for the good health of the hospital's staff, volunteers and their families.
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