Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday that he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule discovered in his lung, marking the first major health concern for the 71-year-old pontiff since he became the leader of the Catholic Church last year. Leo revealed the diagnosis during his weekly Sunday blessing in St. Peter’s Square, telling worshippers that […]
Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday that he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule discovered in his lung, marking the first major health concern for the 71-year-old pontiff since he became the leader of the Catholic Church last year.
Leo revealed the diagnosis during his weekly Sunday blessing in St. Peter’s Square, telling worshippers that doctors discovered the abnormal growth during a recent examination and recommended its removal.
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