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

A health story from Virginia, reported by 13News Now Norfolk.

Health · Virginia · October 17, 2026

From 13News Now Norfolk

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 13News Now Norfolk, October 17, 2026. Read the full story at 13News Now Norfolk →

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