Pope Leo cleared for Latin America trip after lung cancer surgery

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 26 Oct, 17:38 · Archive

Pope Leo XIV will travel to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru from November 6 to 17, three weeks after lung cancer surgery.

Pope Leo XIV has received medical clearance to travel to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru from November 6 to 17, the Vatican confirmed on Monday. This comes three weeks after surgeons removed a lung lobe on October 13, where a malignant nodule was found. The cancer was confirmed as adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer. This is the first major health event of Leo's 17-month pontificate.

The pope's physician, Luigi Carbone, said there was no medical reason preventing the trip to South America. The Vatican stated that Leo's recovery is progressing favourably and that he has gradually resumed his activities since returning to the Vatican, adjusting his schedule to prioritise recovery and rest. The trip programme remains ambitious with no announced changes.

Leo expressed gratitude for prayers and support during his recovery. 'I am looking forward to returning to the continent where I've experienced so many moments of my life,' he said on Monday.

How it is being reported

• Vatican confirms Pope Leo's Latin America trip after post-surgery checkupPope Leo XIV will proceed with his planned trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17.Clickorlando · 26 Oct, 16:53
• Vatican confirms Pope Leo's Latin America trip after post-surgery checkupPope Leo XIV will proceed with his planned trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17.News4Jax · 26 Oct, 16:53

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