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Pope Leo’s brother also battling cancer

Punch Nigeria October 14, 2026 20 views
Pope Leo’s brother also battling cancer

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Pope Leo XIV’s elder brother, Louis Prevost, is receiving treatment for blood cancer, according to a report from Punch Nigeria.

The pontiff himself has recently undergone successful lung cancer surgery and is currently recovering, the source added.

Prevost’s diagnosis comes at a time when the Pope’s health has been closely monitored by the Vatican and the global Catholic community.

Details of the specific type of blood cancer or the treatment plan have not been disclosed.

<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>

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