The facts
The trip to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru remains scheduled for 6–17 November, according to the Holy See Press Office. The journey had not yet taken place at the time of this report. [1]
AP reports that surgeons removed a lung lobe on 13 October and that the nodule was diagnosed as adenocarcinoma. This health information was publicly disclosed by the Vatican. [2]
The Vatican says Leo has gradually resumed activities while adapting his schedule, in consultation with doctors, to allow recovery and rest. [1]
Sources
References support the numbered facts above. Source checks: 29 Oct 2026, 02:05 UTC.
Catch-up coverage of the 26 October public health update; no new diagnosis on 29 October is implied.
- 26 October medical and travel statement
Holy See Press Office · Primary source · 26 Oct 2026
- Vatican confirms Latin America trip after checkup
The Associated Press, via ClickOnDetroit · Reporting · 26 Oct 2026
Independent news-agency account checked against the public authorized statement.