Doctor on Pope Leo's lung cancer diagnosis: "Don't have to be a smoker in order to get lung cancer"
Summary
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer. He recently had surgery to remove a growth from his lung and is recovering as expected.Key Facts
- The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer.
- The Pope underwent surgery to remove a nodular lesion (a small lump) from his lung.
- Doctors say he is recovering well after the operation.
- A medical expert noted that lung cancer can occur even if a person has never smoked.
- The news was reported by CBS News and includes comments from Dr. Jonathan LaPook.
- The diagnosis and surgery were publicly shared to inform about the Pope’s health status.
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