https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/a-new-world-of-lung-cancer-therapy-awaits-pope-leoContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/a-new-world-of-lung-cancer-therapy-awaits-pope-leohttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/a-new-world-of-lung-cancer-therapy-awaits-pope-leo#u131013Sun, 18 Oct 2026 07:30:12 +0000Pope Leo XIV returned to the Vatican earlier than anticipated after undergoing surgery to remove a lump and the lower lobe of his right lung at Rome’s Gemelli hospital. Vatican officials report that the US-born pontiff has spent a peaceful night, is eating, walking, and celebrating Mass following the procedure. Doctors note continued improvement in his condition. Meanwhile, Catholic school students in Chicago are preparing a care package, and Cardinal Blase Cupich has spoken publicly regarding the Chicago-born pontiff's health and recovery.Why it mattersPope Leo faces a new landscape of l