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Pope Leo XIV, who recently underwent surgery for lung cancer, is set to embark on a demanding tour of South America, visiting Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. Despite his health condition, the Pope is determined to continue his duties, with no changes made to his schedule. The tour, which includes 12 flights and a stop at the high-altitude city of Cusco, is seen as a test of the papacy. Medical precautions are being taken, including the presence of specialized ambulances and oxygen tanks along the route. The Pope's decision to proceed with the tour is seen as a message that his health crisis is over and he is capable of fulfilling his responsibilities.
In a recent event, Pope Leo XIV met with the basketball teams from his alma mater Villanova and fellow Catholic university Notre Dame in Rome.
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