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Pope's health should not be taken 'for granted', says top Vatican diplomat

Pope's health should not be taken 'for granted', says top Vatican diplomat

Summary

Pope Leo XIV recently had surgery to remove part of his right lung after a cancer diagnosis. Vatican officials say his health should not be taken for granted, and he is currently recovering in Rome with steady improvement.

Key Facts

  • Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer.
  • He had surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital to remove a lower lobe of his right lung.
  • The surgery was successful and without complications.
  • The Pope is showing steady improvement and was expected to lead Sunday prayers from the hospital.
  • Vatican officials previously thought the Pope was in excellent health, making the diagnosis a significant change.
  • No date has been set yet for the Pope’s discharge from the hospital.
  • The Pope himself announced the operation during his weekly prayers in St Peter’s Square.
  • Plans for future visits, including a possible UK trip in 2027, are being considered with careful planning.
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