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Pope shares first message after lung cancer diagnosis
CNN • • world
Key Points:
- Pope Leo XIV expressed gratitude to fellow Catholics for their prayers in his first message since undergoing lung cancer surgery in Rome.
- He was diagnosed with pulmonary adenocarcinoma, and doctors removed the lower lobe of one lung during a 90-minute operation.
- Medical staff reported that the pope's recovery is progressing as expected, with Leo able to walk and conduct mass in his hospital room.
- The pope announced the early-stage lung growth and surgery plans publicly, emphasizing early detection.
- Leo has canceled all public appearances until October 20 but plans to travel to South America next month despite ongoing treatment.
