WorldPope Leo XIV needs no further lung cancer treatment, Vatican says

Name: Pope Leo XIV needs no further lung cancer treatment, Vatican says
Uploaded: 2026-10-22T16:19:04.000Z
Description: The Vatican said Wednesday that tests found Pope Leo XIV’s lung cancer was localized, so he will not need additional treatment. The 71-year-old had part of his right lung removed last week in the first major health event of his 17-month pontificate.

The Vatican said Wednesday that tests found Pope Leo XIV’s lung cancer was localized, so he will not need additional treatment. The 71-year-old had part of his right lung removed last week in the first major health event of his 17-month pontificate.

The Associated Press 2026-10-22 16:19