Kate Middleton is poised to take on her busiest royal week of the year so far, marking a sign of significant progress in her ongoing recovery.

Kate Middleton is speaking up for those affected by addiction. In a message penned in support of Addiction Awareness Week, the Princess of Wales said that progress is being made in tackling the prejudice and stigma around addiction and urged people to show kindness and empathy in order to break down barriers.

Kate Middleton knows what's important now.In the ten months since her battle with cancer began, the Princess of Wales has emerged a new, revitalized royal even more radiant in spirit — and armed with a new attitude.