Pope Leo undergoes successful surgery to remove lung nodule, Vatican says

A health story from the U.S., reported by PBS NewsHour.

Health · the U.S. · October 13, 2026

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Leo revealed on Sunday that doctors discovered the nodule and recommended its removal. The Vatican says he will be hospitalized for at least a week, with all audiences canceled until October 20.

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