Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer, the Vatican says, after surgery
Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery in Rome on Tuesday to remove a lung nodule, and the Vatican then said it was cancerous, according to CTV News, AP, the National Post and Le Devoir. Global News reported that the operation was successful, and Reuters reported that he had a peaceful night in hospital. CBC said the Vatican has cancelled his audiences through October 20 and that a weeklong stay is expected. We did not see a stage of the cancer or a treatment plan.
The health of the head of the Catholic Church affects his schedule, including trips and ceremonies.
Nothing changes for most readers. Catholics may see changes to events through late October.
Wait for the Vatican's own medical bulletin before drawing conclusions about prognosis.
DailyDrop Canada edition No. 10 · Morning · WED., OCT. 14, 2026