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  • Monday, 12 October 2026

Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery: What we know about his health and upcoming plans

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled for surgery to extract a lung nodule and is anticipated to recover within a week at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, a facility renowned for treating previous popes. Although the pope's health remains stable, this operation could potentially hinder his upcoming international engagements. Vatican officials announced he may not be able to participate in a public mass this week.

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