Pope's recovery on track after surgery, Vatican says
Vatican officials report that Pope Leo XIV is recovering well following surgery to remove a cancerous lung tumor. The pontiff is currently undergoing physiotherapy and performing daily activities independently.
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The health status of the Pope is a matter of significant global interest due to his role as a world religious leader.
Pope's recovery on track after surgery, Vatican says left Doctors reported good recovery in Pope Leo XIV’s lung two days after he underwent surgery to remove a cancerous tumour |Image used for representational purpose only AP AP https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/7a30vn/article71588202.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/APTOPIX_Vatican_Pope_Surgery_77138.jpg Andrew Medichini Pope Leo XIV leaves the Vatican for the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, where he's expected to be operated to remove a lung nodule.
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