The update comes after the Pope released a message thanking people for their affection and asking for prayers.
The pontiff, 88, has been hospitalized for a week and a half and is receiving treatment for a complex respiratory infection.
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The Vatican said on Saturday that Pope Francis’ health had deteriorated over the past 24 hours and for the first time described his condition as “critical”, reporting he had needed supplemental oxygen ...