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Pope Leo health update: Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule this week. What is it? Check

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france24.com (FR)9d ago

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What we know about Pope Leo XIV's planned lung operation this week

Pope Leo XIV is expected to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule this week at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, with doctors anticipating a recovery of about seven days. The 71-year-old pontiff is due to travel to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru on November 6, though the Vatican has not confirmed the operation date.

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CBS News9d ago

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As Pope Leo XIV prepares to have lung nodule removed, lung health and screening get the spotlight

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to have surgery to have a nodule in his lung removed, which Northwestern Medicine experts say has put lung health into a needed spotlight.

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Al Jazeera10d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule in Rome

Vatican expects a one-week hospital recovery for the 71-year-old Catholic leader ahead of scheduled Latin America tour.

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Inquirer.net (PH)10d ago

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CBCP urges prayers for Pope Leo XIV ahead of lung surgery

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Buenos Aires Herald10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV is undergoing surgery: Is his Argentina visit at risk?

The Pontiff announced on Sunday that he will have a lung nodule removed, raising questions about his South American…

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Legit.ng (NG)10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery: 5 Important Things to Know about His Health Condition

Pope Leo XIV has announced plans to undergo surgery to remove a small nodule found in his lung during medical examinations. Here are five key things to know.

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ColombiaOne.com10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery for Lung Nodule Tuesday

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Oncodaily10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery to Remove Early-Detected Lung Nodule

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Global News (CA)10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV planned surgery to remove lung ‘nodule’ – what to know

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to have an operation this week to remove “a localized nodule” in his lung that was “detected at a very early stage.”

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NBC (NA)10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Lung Surgery: What We Know

Pope Leo will reportedly be admitted to a hospital in Rome on Tuesday after revealing doctors found a localized nodule on his lung that needs to be removed. NBC’s Daniele Hamamdjian reports for TODAY.

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GMA News Online / News (PH)10d ago

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CBCP calls for prayer for Pope Leo XIV as he undergoes lung surgery

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has called on the faithful to pray for Pope Leo XIV as he prepares to undergo lung surgery.

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nigerianeye.com10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV says he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule discovered in his lung during recent medical examinations. The 71-year-old pontiff disclosed this on Sunday during his weekly Angelus address to worshippers gathered in St Peter’s Square at the Vatican. He said the growth was detected at a very early stage and was well localised, adding that his doctors had recommended surgery. “The doctors believe that it is best to intervene, so, following…

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Malawi Voice (MW)10d ago

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Catholics pray for Pope Leo XIV ahead of lung surgery

Catholics in Malawi and around the world are praying for and sending messages of goodwill to Pope Leo XIV ahead of surgery to remove a small nodule detected in his lung. The Pope disclosed the development on Sunday during the Angelus prayer, explaining that doctors had discovered a localised nodule during recent medical examinations.…

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Times of India (IN)10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery: What we know about his health and upcoming plans

Pope Leo XIV is preparing to undergo surgery to remove a localised nodule in his lung, which was detected at a very early stage. The procedure is the first reported medical event of his 17-month papacy.

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IOL section feed for News (ZA)10d ago

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What we know about Pope Leo XIV's upcoming lung operation

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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EWTN Vatican10d ago

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What we know about Pope Leo XIV’s health

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Information Nigeria (NG)10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV To Undergo Surgery To Remove Nodule In His Lungs

Pope Leo XIV has announced that he will undergo surgery in the coming days after doctors discovered a small, localized nodule on his lung during recent medical examinations. The pontiff shared the news after the Angelus prayer, explaining that the nodule was detected at a very early stage and remains well-contained. Following medical advice,…

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Inquirer.net (PH)10d ago

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CBCP urges prayers for Pope Leo XIV ahead of lung surgery

MANILA, Philippines — The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has urged Filipino Catholics to pray for Pope Leo XIV as he prepares to undergo lung surgery. In a statement issued on Monday, CBCP president and Lipa Archbishop Gilbert Garcera urged bishops and priests to offer Masses for the pope’s successful surgery and full recovery. “Let us pray that the Lord may guide his surgeons and all who care for him, sustain him with strength and peace, and restore him to health as he…

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Inquirer.net (PH)10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to be operated on for lump on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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ITN10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV will have surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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EWTN Great Britain10d ago

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What we know about Pope Leo XIV’s health

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Channels Television10d ago

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Pope Leo XIV To Undergo Surgery For Early-Stage Lung Nodule

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Sahara Reporters10d ago

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Pope Leo Announces He Will Undergo Surgery To Remove Lung Nodule

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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National Post (CA)11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo operation to have lump removed from lung

Pope Leo XIV's surgery will take place at a hospital in Rome where popes have frequently been treated, starting with John Paul II.

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Inquirer.net (PH)11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to be operated on for lump on lung

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Sunday announced he would have an operation “in the coming days” for a lump on his lung, saying it had been located “at a very early stage”. “During recent medical checks, a nodule on my lung was found. It has been detected at a very early stage and is very localised,” the 71-year-old said in a weekly address in St Peter’s Square. “The doctors believe it would be right to intervene and so, following their advice, I have decided to have the operation to remove it.…

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EWTN News11d ago

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What we know about Pope Leo XIV’s health

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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WTTW News11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV Says He Will Undergo Surgery to Remove a Nodule on His Lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Daily Post Nigeria11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery

Pope Leo XIV has announced that he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule found in his lung, assuring the faithful that it was detected at an…

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WOAI11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery to remove localized lung nodule next week

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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WHEC.com11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV says he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Al Jazeera11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery after lump found in lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Al Jazeera11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery after lump found in lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Rolling Stone11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery After Nodule Found in Lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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WBUR11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery this week

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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The Washington Post11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV says he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Donegal Daily (IE)11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery on lump found in lung

Pope Leo XIV has announced that he will undergo surgery to remove a lump found on his lung.The 71-year-old pontiff will have the surgery in the coming days to r...

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Al Jazeera11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule

The 71-year-old spiritual leader informed pilgrims during his weekly Sunday blessing at St Peter's Square.

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Metro (GB)11d ago

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Pope Leo reveals he will have surgery to remove a lung nodule during Sunday prayers

Pope Leo announced today that he will undergo a surgery to remove a 'localised nodule' in his lung.

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Oz Arab Media11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV Plans Lung Nodule Surgery

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Euro Weekly News Spain (ES)11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV announces lung surgery after doctors discover nodule

Pope Leo XIV, 71, is set to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule, with a week-long hospital stay expected.

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The Sun Nigeria11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV reveals plans for surgery after early detection of lung nodule

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Haberler.com11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV will have lung surgery: Doctors detected a mass

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Tuko News11d ago

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"Already scheduled": Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery after nodule found in lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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The Tab11d ago

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Pope Leo announces operation to remove growth in lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Hindustan Times11d ago

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Pope Leo lung surgery: What we know about his health, lung nodule and one-week hospital stay

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Punch Newspapers11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule

Pope Leo XIV, 71, has announced he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a lung nodule that was detected at a very early stage.

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Vanguard News11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule

Pope Leo XIV on Sunday announced he would have an operation "in the coming days" for a lump on his…

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The Hill11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV says he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Times Now11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery After Lung Lesion Discovered, Vatican Confirms

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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The Washington Post11d ago

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Pope will have surgery after doctors discover nodule in his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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CNN11d ago

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Pope Leo announces he will undergo surgery to remove lung nodule

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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MooseJawToday.com11d ago

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Pope Leo Will Undergo Surgery to Remove Nodule Detected in His Lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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The Economic Times11d ago

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Pope Leo health update: Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule this week. What is it? Check

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Global News (CA)11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung

Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks.

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Head Topics11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to Have Surgery for Early-Stage Lung Nodule in Coming Days

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Inquirer.net (PH)11d ago

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Lung surgery for Pope Leo XIV to remove localized nodule

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks. The 71-year-old pope said the nodule was found at an early stage and was “circumscribed” or well-localized. The Vatican later said Leo would undergo surgery in the first days of the week, with an expected recovery time of a week. The American pope made the announcement during his Sunday noon blessing. He thanked the…

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Buenos Aires Times (AR)11d ago

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Pope Leo to be operated on for lump on lung

Pope Leo XIV announces he will have an operation to remove "a nodule" on his lung "in the coming days"; No news as to whether the surgery will impact his upcoming tour to South America, which includes three days in Argentina.

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Channels Television11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV To Undergo Surgery For Early-Stage Lung Nodule

Pope Leo XIV on Sunday announced he would be operated “in the coming days” for a lump on his lung, saying it had…

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The Telegraph11d ago

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Pope to undergo surgery after lump found on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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CNN11d ago

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Pope Leo announces he will undergo surgery to remove lung node

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News (AU)11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery for small growth on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

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The Age (AU)11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery for small growth on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

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Brisbane Times (AU)11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery for small growth on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

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Sky News11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery in coming days after nodule discovered on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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RTE.ie11d ago

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Pope to undergo surgery to remove nodule on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Vatican News11d ago

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Pope Leo: I will undergo surgery soon to remove nodule in my lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Nasha Niva (BY)11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with a lung growth. He will undergo surgery

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Nasha Niva (BY)11d ago

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A new growth was found in Pope Leo XIV's lung. He will undergo surgery

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The Guardian11d ago

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Pope Leo to have surgery to remove nodule on his lung

Pontiff says it was detected at an early stage and procedure will take place in the coming…

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Reuters11d ago

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Pope Leo says he will undergo surgery for small growth on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Malta Today (MT)11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo lung surgery after doctors find nodule

Vatican says 71-year-old Pope Leo XIV will spend about a week in the hospital after a lung surgery to remove…

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TheJournal.ie (IE)11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove nodule on lung

The operation is planned for the coming days.

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NDTV11d ago

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Pope Leo Says Will Undergo Surgery "In Few Days" To Remove Nodule In Lung

Pope Leo, 71, told pilgrims in St. Peter's Square for his weekly Sunday prayer that the growth was "well-contained" and caught at an early stage.

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NPR11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery this week

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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CTV News11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Pope Leo to have surgery to remove nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Breitbart11d ago

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Pope Leo to Undergo Surgery to Remove a Nodule on His Lung

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to undergo surgery in coming days to remove an early-stage nodule on his lung, he announced Sunday.

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NBC News11d ago

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Pope Leo says he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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CNBC11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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CBC11d ago

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Pope Leo will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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South China Morning Post11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery for small growth on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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BBC News11d ago

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Pope Leo to have surgery after lump found on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Axios11d ago

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Pope Leo to have "nodule" removed from lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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BBC Wildlife Magazine11d ago

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Pope Leo to have surgery after lump found on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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BBC Wildlife Magazine11d ago

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Pope Leo to have surgery after lump found on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Fox News11d ago

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Pope Leo announces tumor on lung, surgery planned in 'next few days'

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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BBC Wildlife Magazine11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV to have surgery after lump found on lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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CNN11d ago

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Pope Leo announces he will undergo surgery to remove lung node

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Politico11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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Axios11d ago

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Pope Leo to have "nodule" removed from lung

Pope Leo said Sunday tests had discovered a nodule in his lung , which he will have removed surgically this week. The big picture: The first American pontiff, aged 71, is less than 18 months into a papacy that has been defined by public stances that put him at odds with the White House , including clashes over immigration and deep skepticism about AI. This is breaking news.

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GMA News Online / News (PH)11d ago

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Pope Leo says will undergo surgery for small growth on lung

Pope Leo said on Sunday that doctors had detected a small growth on his lung during a recent health check and he would be undergoing surgery this week to remove it.

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ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery after nodule discovered on his lung, he says

Pope Leo is scheduled undergo surgery in "the next few days."

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PerthNow (AU)11d ago

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Pope Leo to have surgery to remove lung nodule

Pope Leo has announced he will undergo surgery in coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

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Mirror (GB)11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery within days as tests reveal lesion on lung

Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a nodular lesion on his…

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Mirror (GB)11d ago

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery within days as tests reveal lump on lung

Pope Leo XIV has announced during his weekly Sunday prayer that he will undergo surgery to remove a lump found on his…

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france24.com (FR)11d ago

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Pope Leo says will undergo surgery for early-stage lung nodule

Pope Leo XIV said Sunday he would undergo surgery in the coming days for a lung nodule detected at an early stage.

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NBC News11d ago

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Pope Leo says he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung

The American pontiff, 71, said Sunday that recent medical checks led to the detection of the early-stage nodule. The procedure will take place this week, the Vatican said.

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france24.com (FR)11d ago

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Pope Leo says will undergo surgery for early-stage lung nodule

Pope Leo XIV said Sunday he would undergo surgery in the coming days for a lung nodule detected at an early stage.

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City News Toronto (CA)11d ago

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Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung

Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks.

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