Vatican says Pope Leo to be released from the hospital Saturday, 4 days after lung cancer surgery

A health story from Florida, reported by WTSP Tampa Bay.

Health · Florida · October 17, 2026

From WTSP Tampa Bay

Pope Leo XIV is expected to return to the Vatican Saturday after surgery confirmed lung cancer, with a public blessing planned for Sunday.

Reported by WTSP Tampa Bay, October 17, 2026. Read the full story at WTSP Tampa Bay →

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