Pope Leo XIV Found to Have Lung Cancer During Surgery

Oct 14, 2026 - 15:00
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Well wishes are pouring in for Pope Leo XIV after the 71-year-old pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer during surgery to remove a nodule on his lung on Tuesday. The Vatican stated that doctors confirmed a diagnosis of pulmonary adenocarcinoma via tissue testing following pre-operative examinations. NBC’s Daniele Hamamdjian reports and medical contributor Dr. John Torres joins TODAY to share his perspective on treatment, recovery and how family history plays a role.

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