The Vatican said that Monday’s two crises were caused by a significant accumulation of mucus in his bronchial tubes.
Despite his hospitalization, the pope has maintained a degree of governance and authorized the appointment of four new ...
Cardinal Baldassare Reina led the daily vigil Thursday in St. Peter’s Square to pray for Pope Francis. The pope continued to ...
Pope Francis said previously that he might retire if facing extreme health issues. The Vatican reported that his condition is ...
For centuries, one of the biggest taboos at the Vatican was openly discussing the pope's health. As leader of the world's 1.4 ...
The 88-year-old pope remained conscious and alert at all times and cooperated with the maneuvers to help him recover.
Despite his ongoing stay at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital and his precarious health status, Pope Francis has established a ...
Pope Francis's condition showed "a further, slight improvement", the Vatican said Wednesday, while continuing to maintain the ...