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Wisconsin Catholics Offer Prayers and Support for Pope Leo XIV After His Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Surgery
The Vatican said the 71-year-old pontiff had surgery after a recent checkup found a lung growth, drawing prayers from Wisconsin Catholics.
- Pope Leo XIV, 71, underwent surgery on Tuesday to remove a lung nodule after being diagnosed with lung cancer, the Vatican announced. Gemelli Hospital chief thoracic surgeon Dr. Stefano Margaritora performed the procedure.
- The Pope first disclosed the small nodule during his Sunday noon prayer, marking the first major publicly disclosed health issue of his 17-month papacy. The discovery followed a recent health checkup.
- Catholics worldwide are praying for the Holy Father's recovery as the Diocese of Madison expressed "heartfelt concern" for his health. Visitors at Holy Hill Basilica also shared their thoughts and prayers.
- Father Tim Kennedy, a priest at the Church of the Gesu, said "any time anyone in their 70s is going into surgery, you're concerned." He believes the Pope's public journey offers an example for handling life's difficulties.
- Michael-Joseph Paris, Prior of Holy Hill, prayed the pontiff continues his path of unity and service. Visitors like Mark Sweet from Chicago praised the leader, hoping he continues to do good and make the world better.
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·Hamburg, Germany
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In Pope Leo XIV, a routine examination led to the diagnosis of lung cancer. In many cases, lung diseases remain unobtrusive for a long time.
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In Pope Leo XIV, a routine examination led to the diagnosis of lung cancer. In many cases, lung diseases remain unobtrusive for a long time.
Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer. According to cancer experts, however, the 71-year-old is likely to have a good prognosis: Apparently the tumor had been detected early.
·Berlin, Germany
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