Pope Francis was listed a being in critical condition Saturday and underwent a blood transfusion as his health deteriorated, the Vatican announced.

“Pope Francis is touched by the numerous messages of affection and closeness that he continues to receive in these hours,” ...

The leader of the Catholic Church, who has chronic lung disease and is prone to respiratory illness in winter, was admitted ...

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 ...

Francis, 88, is in critical condition at a Rome hospital with a complex lung infection. The Vatican said he was "alert and ...

More clinical tests were being performed on the 88-year-old pope, who had part of one lung removed as a young man.

Pope Francis spent his tenth day in hospital Sunday as Catholics around the world prayed for his recovery, the day after the ...

Pope Francis, in critical condition battling double pneumonia, had a “tranquil” night, was alert and had rested after a ...