Pope Francis remained in critical condition and blood tests showed kidney insufficiency but, according to the Vatican, he ...

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

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 remained in critical condition Monday but showed slight improvement in laboratory tests and resumed some work, ...

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

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Over the weekend the Vatican said the Holy Father had suffered a respiratory crisis and required a blood transfusion.