Francis, 88, had remained in critical condition throughout the weekend after severe breathing difficulties were reported.

Doctors said there has been a “slight improvement” in Pope Francis’ condition on Monday (Feb. 24) after he suffered a ...

The Vatican has announced the start of nighttime prayers for Pope Francis, who remains in critical condition in the hospital. The 88-year-old is battling double pneumonia and early kidney failure.

Pope Francis remains in hospital in a critical condition, with the Vatican saying he has presented a "slight improvement".

Pope Francis, 88, has been in critical condition since the weekend but showed improvement and resumed some work Monday, the Vatican said.

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The Vatican says Pope Francis remains in critical condition but has showed slight improvement in laboratory tests.

The 88-year-old pontiff is still receiving oxygen therapy through his nose, though at a slightly reduced flow and ...

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The combination of health issues has kept the Pope from performing his public duties, including weekly prayers on Sundays, ...

Francis is being treated for pneumonia, a complex infection and kidney problems that have left him in critical condition. He ...