Ebola Pioneer Dr. Piot Expresses Lingering Concerns; Pope Leo to Undergo Lung Surgery

Dr. Peter Piot, who was instrumental in the initial discovery of the Ebola virus fifty years ago, has voiced ongoing concerns about the pathogen in a recent interview. His reflections span a five-decade career dedicated to combating deadly diseases, highlighting the persistent threat posed by such outbreaks.

In separate health news, Pope Leo, aged 71, is scheduled to undergo surgery in the coming days. A nodule was discovered on his lung at a very early stage, according to the pontiff himself. The procedure aims to remove this detected anomaly.