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Catholics Pray for Ailing Pope Francis at Sunday Mass
The 88-year-old pontiff, who has been hospitalized for more than a week, had a restful night after receiving oxygen and a blood transfusion on Saturday, the Vatican said.
Pope Francis in Critical Condition After ‘Respiratory Crisis,’ Vatican Says
The announcement on Saturday evening indicated that Francis’ medical condition had become more complicated since an update from his doctors on Friday.
Vatican Tries to Clarify Pope Francis’ Remarks on Russia
The Holy See sought to calm an outcry over comments that some critics said were too close to President Vladimir Putin’s justifications for invading Ukraine.
Pope Francis Names 21 New Cardinals, With a Focus Beyond Europe
In choosing men from around the world for the college that will elect his successor, the pontiff aimed to reflect “the universality of the church.”
Pope Francis Leaves Rome Hospital and Returns to Vatican After Surgery
Doctors have advised the 86-year-old pontiff to take it easy after an operation to deal with a hernia that caused painful intestinal blockages.
Pope Francis to Undergo Intestinal Surgery
The Vatican said the 86-year-old pontiff would be taken to a hospital in Rome and remain there for several days.
Pope Francis Returning to Vatican After Hospital Stay
The 86-year-old pontiff spent three days undergoing treatment for bronchitis as a hospital in Rome.
Pope Is Expected to Be Released From the Hospital on Saturday
Francis, who has been coping with a variety of health issues, was taken to the hospital on Wednesday. He is being treated with antibiotics for bronchitis, according to the Vatican.
Pope Francis Will Be Hospitalized for Several Days With Lung Infection
Pope Francis was hospitalized with a lung infection Wednesday, immediately raising questions about Francis’ overall health.