# Pope Leo returns to Vatican for Angelus days after lung cancer surgery

https://mins.news/en/item/105066

- Fox News, 2026-10-18 11:42 UTC
- Health
- Original: https://www.foxnews.com/world/pope-leo-welcomed-back-delivers-angelus-prayer-days-after-lung-cancer-surgery

> Pope Leo XIV appeared before thousands in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, five days after surgery to remove a cancerous lung tumor. In his first official engagement since leaving the hospital, he thanked supporters and medical staff and said he would gradually resume his duties. Doctors identified the tumor as adenocarcinoma and are conducting further tests to assess the disease and possible additional treatment.

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