The Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but not when he is ...

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

The Vatican said today Pope Francis remains in “critical” condition. And we are learning new information about his kidney ...

Pope Francis was conscious but still receiving high flows of supplemental oxygen Sunday following a respiratory crisis and ...

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The kidney ailment appears to be in an early stage, the Vatican said, adding that the pontiff is still receiving high flows ...

Pope still in critical condition with signs of ‘mild’ kidney failure, Vatican says By Antonia Mortensen, CNN (CNN) — Pope ...

Pope Francis rested overnight in the hospital, the Vatican said earlier Sunday, adding that his night "passed peacefully." ...

Pope Francis, 88, remains in critical condition as he receives treatment for double pneumonia and blood tests show "mild renal insufficiency," the Vatican said Feb. 23.

The Vatican described his condition as critical for the first time on Saturday, reporting that the 88-year-old Francis needed ...