“Pope Leo’s recovery from lung cancer surgery ‘progressing as planned’” — what this page in the network covers. Pope Leo is recovering well after surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his right lung, with his doctors confirming that his condition is progressing as planned. The pontiff began walking in his hospital room and is eating normally following respiratory therapy, according to a Vatican statement from doctors Luigi Carbone and Stefano Margaritoria. The operation took place late Tuesday, and the positive update comes as messages of support pour in from around the world, including a letter from Britain’s King Charles.
The health of the 86-year-old pope is closely watched, given his role as leader of the world’s 1.3 billion Catholics and his recent mobility challenges. A smooth recovery would reassure the faithful and allow the Vatican to maintain its schedule of events. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.