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HEALTH● LOW2d ago · Oct 11, 2026, 11:38 AM

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

Irish Times World · global

The 71-year-old pontiff said the growth was detected at an early stage and was well-contained, with recovery expected to take about a week

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