Pope Leo XIV's brother Louis Prevost also battling cancer, wife tells CBS News
Pope Leo XIV's older brother, Louis Prevost, who lives in Florida, is battling multiple myeloma, a type of cancer that affects plasma cells. His wife, Deborah Prevost, told CBS News that Louis was first diagnosed in 2017, underwent treatment in 2019, including stem cell treatment and a clinical trial, but 'fell out of remission' three months ago. He is currently in a clinical trial at a local hospital.
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- ✓ Louis Prevost, Pope Leo XIV's older brother, has multiple myeloma.
- ✓ Louis Prevost lives in Florida.
- ✓ Louis Prevost was first diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2017.
- ✓ Louis Prevost underwent treatment in 2019, including stem cell treatment and a clinical trial.
What changed
Pope Leo XIV's brother, Louis Prevost, has been revealed to be battling multiple myeloma, adding to the health concerns within the Pope's family.
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Pope Leo XIV's brother battling cancer, wife tells CBS News
Pope Leo XIV's older brother, Louis Prevost, who lives in Florida, is battling multiple myeloma, a type of cancer that affects plasma cells. His wife, Deborah Prevost, told CBS News that Louis was first diagnosed in 2017, underwent treatment in 2019, including stem cell treatment and a clinical trial, but 'fell out of remission' three months ago. He is currently in a clinical trial at a local hospital.
Why it matters
This news comes amid Pope Leo XIV's own health issues, as he was recently diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. The Pope's health condition has garnered global attention and prayers. Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that affects plasma cells, according to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation.
What is confirmed
- Louis Prevost, Pope Leo XIV's older brother, has multiple myeloma.
- Louis Prevost lives in Florida.
- Louis Prevost was first diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2017.
- Louis Prevost underwent treatment in 2019, including stem cell treatment and a clinical trial.
- Louis Prevost 'fell out of remission' three months ago.
- Louis Prevost is currently in a clinical trial at a local hospital.
What to watch next
- Update on Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer treatment and condition
- Further details on Louis Prevost's current health status and treatment progress
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