In his own words: Pope Francis has long been up front about his health problems and eventual death
Francis was no longer in imminent danger of death but needed to remain hospitalized for several more days to receive treatment.
Francis Is in the Hospital. What Happens When a Pope Dies?
By Elisabetta Povoledo and Jason Horowitz Reporting from Rome and Vatican City The Roman Catholic world has been gripped by uncertainty as Pope Francis, 88, remains in a Rome hospital because of a ...
While in hospital, Pope Francis marks anniversary of his election
As Pope Francis continues his nearly month-long stay in the hospital, the Church marks an important anniversary – March 13 marks the 12th anniversary of his election.
Pope Francis' prognosis has been 'lifted' on 25th consecutive day in hospital
Pope Francis' prognosis has been "lifted" on Monday, his 25th consecutive day in the hospital, according to the Vatican.
Pope Francis out of critical danger, remains hospitalized, Vatican says
After nearly a month hospitalized, the 88-year-old Catholic church leader's "clinical condition remains stable," though he'll have to remain in a hospital to continue treatment, the Vatican said. Driving the news: Doctors lifted "their guarded prognosis" after confirming improvements and the Pope's positive response to pharmacological therapy,
Pope Francis no longer in immediate danger from illnesses
Vatican City • Pope Francis has improved enough to no longer be considered in imminent danger from pneumonia and other infections, the Vatican said Monday, but added that he would require more days of treatment in the Rome hospital where he has been for nearly a month.
Pope Francis No Longer in Immediate Danger amid Recovery, Vatican Says
Pope Francis is no longer in immediate danger from double pneumonia as his respiratory health is improving after spending over three weeks in Rome’s Gemelli University Hospital, the Vatican announced Monday evening.
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What we know about Pope Francis' health today
The Pope’s current respiratory issues started in mid-February. Francis, who has chronic lung issues, continued to work through the first week of his bronchitis but was hospitalized Feb. 14 after ...
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Pope Francis, in stable condition, sends first audio message from hospital
Francis, 88, in hospital since February 14 with double pneumonia Thanks well-wishers in audio message Pope remained stable on Thursday, Vatican says Next medical update due on Saturday VATICAN ...
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Pope thanks volunteers for "miracle of tenderness" as his doctors share positive health update
Pope Francis issued a message Sunday thanking volunteers for the "miracle of tenderness" they offer the sick, as the Vatican celebrated the Holy Year Mass for volunteers around the world in his ...
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Pope Francis responding well, showing gradual improvement as Vatican holds another Holy Year event without him
Pope Francis is responding well to treatment and has shown a "gradual, mild improvement" in recent days as he remains in the hospital recovering from double pneumonia, the Vatican said Sunday.
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Pope Francis: Temptations, falls do not end in failure for those who believe in God’s love
Pope Francis on Sunday said defeats are not definitive ... “In this way, we will find inspiration for our journey of conversion.” Reflecting on the different Gospel accounts of Jesus ...
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Pope Francis suffers two 'acute respiratory' episodes in new setback
Pope Francis on Monday suffered two attacks of "acute respiratory insufficiency," the Vatican said, as the 88-year-old pontiff's health struggles continue. Doctors performed two procedures known ...
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How long has Pope Francis been the pope?
Pope Francis has been in the news recently for his ailing health, leading many to wonder how long Pope Francis has served. Pope Francis is the world’s first Jesuit pope and the first ...
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Pope Francis: Lent is a time to accept our fragility, rekindle hope in Jesus
Pope Francis said the Lenten journey reminds the Church that hope in Jesus Christ ultimately overcomes fears of fragility, weakness, and the brevity of life. “Made of ashes and earth ...