Pope Leo XIV Suffers From Lung Cancer
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The hospitalization of Pope Leo XIV, submitted on Tuesday to surgery to remove a cancerous tumor from the lung, placed the Catholic Church before a question to which its own rules do not offer a definitive answer: who assumes the responsibilities of the Pontiff when he is unable to perform his functions? By announcing surgery: Leo XIV expands transparency on the health of popes and contrasts with Vatican history of secrecy Want to read more news…
The pope began his recovery in uncertainty after his surgery for lung cancer. On St. Peter's Square in Rome, Wednesday morning, the faithful faced the news with some concern.
Pope Leo XIV was operated on October 13 for three hours at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome to remove a cancerous nodule from the lung. If the Vatican wants to be reassuring, the announcement of this cancer raises questions among the faithful and the clergy about the evolution of his state of health.
So far, the Vatican has restrained itself in the communication about the health status of the popes. With the cancer diagnosis of Pope Leo XIV that changes. NZZ correspondent Luzi Bernet arranges.
After Leo XIV's cancer diagnosis, well-known concerns are back. How will the Pope's disease affect his work?
Pope Leo looked fit and sporty, went to the gym earlier and plays tennis in the Vatican. His lung cancer diagnosis came unexpected for many.
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