Pope says he is in ‘fairly good shape’ after lung cancer surgery

Author: vanguardngr.comPublished on: November 6, 2026Country: Vatican City

HealthWorld / International

Pope says he is in ‘fairly good shape’ after lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV said Friday that he was in “fairly good shape” after surgeons removed a cancerous tumor and part of his right lung at Rome’s Gemelli hospital on October 13. Discharged four days later, he has been cleared by doctors to travel and is beginning a 12-day South American tour with a visit to Uruguay. Asked about cancer, he urged people not to be afraid and recommended early detection and regular check-ups. He said he had not yet resumed playing tennis but planned to.

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