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Pope Francis shows 'slight improvement,' is working from hospital, Vatican says
Pope Francis is being treated for double pneumonia and recent blood tests also revealed "mild renal insufficiency."
Pope Francis 'resting' after 10th night in hospital, Vatican says
ROME and LONDON -- Pope Francis was "resting" on Monday morning after spending his 10th night in the hospital, the Vatican press office said. "The night passed well, the Pope slept and is resting," the office said in a short statement.
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Pope Francis is in critical condition after respiratory crisis but "continues to be alert," the Vatican says
Pope Francis was in critical condition Saturday after he suffered a long asthmatic respiratory crisis that required high flows of oxygen, the Vatican said.
Thousands gather outside the Vatican to pray for Pope Francis' health
Thousands of people gathered in St. Peter’s Square to pray for an ailing Pope Francis, expressing sorrow for his suffering, hope for his recovery and gratitude for his efforts to steer the Catholic Ch
Vatican provides update on Pope Francis' health
Many Catholics in the Philadelphia area along with the world are concerned after hearing Pope Francis was hospitalized. Vatican officials provided a positive update Monday.
Vatican Announces Pope Francis Has New Complication, in Critical Condition
The pope has spent nine nights at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, receiving treatment for pneumonia and other health complications. He is "alert and well-oriented" and attended Mass on the 10th floor of the hospital today, the Holy See Press Office said.
Pope Francis Shows Slight Improvement, Vatican Says
Pope Francis remained in critical condition Monday but showed slight improvement and resumed some work activities
Pope Francis still critical but shows 'slight improvement', Vatican says
Pope Francis is still critically ill as he battles double pneumonia, but his condition has shown a "slight improvement", the Vatican said on Monday.
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Pope Francis, 88, is in critical condition due to pneumonia. If he passes away, the Vatican will follow a structured process—confirming his death, breaking the papal seal, holding a nine-day mourning period,
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Pope Francis suffering from 'mild renal insufficiency,' though condition remains 'under control,' Vatican says
Vatican officials announced on Sunday that Pope Francis is currently suffering from "mild renal insufficiency" amid his ...
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Area Catholics unite in prayer as Pope Francis faces critical health challenges
The Vatican reports that Pope Francis is showing "slight improvement" but remains in "critical" condition due to double ...
Vatican says Pope Francis is 'improving slightly' as cardinals acknowledge resignation is possible
ROME (AP) — Pope Francis is continuing his recovery from pneumonia, eating breakfast out of bed on Thursday morning after a ...
Daily evening prayers for Pope Francis to be held in St. Peter's Square, Vatican says
Daily evening prayers will be held for Pope Francis at the Vatican's St. Peter's Square as he remains hospitalized in Rome, ...