Doctors say Pope Francis’ health shows 'slight improvement'
On Wednesday, doctors said Francis’ kidney failure “has subsided” and a CT scan of his chest “showed a normal progression of the lung inflammation.” Blood tests also confirmed the pope’s health is improving.
Who will be the next pope? What to know about Pope Francis condition, conclave process
Concerns over Pope Francis' health have mounted in recent years as have questions about his succession. Here's what we know.
Pope Francis Health Update Given by Vatican After One Week in Hospital
The pope was admitted to hospital on February 14 where he is fighting a complex respiratory infection and pneumonia in both lungs.
Pope Francis' condition improves, but speculation remains. Who could be the next pope?
Concerns over Pope Francis' health have mounted in recent years as have questions about his succession. Here's what we know.
Vatican says Pope Francis is critical but stable with no new respiratory crises
The Vatican says Pope Francis, who is hospitalized in critical condition with double pneumonia, was well enough to meet with Cardinal Pietro Parolin.
Vatican says Pope Francis remains critical but stable as he works from hospital
ROME (AP) — Pope Francis remained in critical but stable condition Tuesday, with his blood parameters remaining stable as he works from the hospital while battling double pneumonia, the Vatican said.
Pope Francis' health stays critical but stable as Vatican starts nightly prayers in St. Peter's Square
The Vatican has set in motion nightly prayers for Pope Francis in the hope that he might recover and get back to leading the Catholic Church.
'Prognosis cautious': Pope Francis 'critical but stable' as he works from hospital
Francis is continuing his therapy for bronchitis and pneumonia, but the Vatican provided no indication of when he might be released from the hospital.
Pope Francis, in Critical Condition, Had Quiet Night at Hospital, Vatican Says
Images of Pope Francis are seen outside Gemelli Hospital, where Pope Francis is admitted for treatment, in Rome, Italy, February 26, 2025. REUTERS/Hannah McKay
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