https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-to-be-hospitalized-tuesday-for-surgery-to-remove-a-lung-noduleContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-to-be-hospitalized-tuesday-for-surgery-to-remove-a-lung-nodulehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-to-be-hospitalized-tuesday-for-surgery-to-remove-a-lung-nodule#u125297Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:46:30 +0000Pope Leo was admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital ahead of scheduled surgery to remove a nodule, or growth, from his lung. The Vatican confirmed the medical procedure and hospital admission, which follows the discovery of the lung growth by doctors. Ahead of the hospital stay, the pope canceled public appearances and withdrew from presenting a sustainability medal at a Rome conference. Bishops, clergy, religious faithful, and Catholics worldwide have gathered to offer prayers and pray the Rosary for the pope.Why it mattersThe upcoming procedure highlights the health management and transpar