Pope Francis Shows Improvement in Health Condition as Mild Kidney Insufficiency Subsides in Vatican City

Vatican City, February 26, 2025 – Pope Francis’ health has taken a positive turn after recent concerns about his kidney function, according to a statement from the Vatican. The 88-year-old pontiff, who has been receiving treatment in Gemelli Hospital, is …

Pilgrims pray for Pope Francis in Vatican City

Vatican City anxious as health of Pope Francis remains uncertain

VATICAN CITY — The health of Pope Francis remains unclear as the faithful have gathered in St. Peter's Square nightly to pray for his recovery. The 88-year-old pontiff was hospitalized almost two weeks ago, suffering from double pneumonia and mild …

Pope Francis Health: Vatican Issues Thursday Morning Update

Pope Francis continued his gradual recovery from double pneumonia on Thursday, dispelling speculation about an imminent resignation as he signaled his intent to remain at the helm of the Catholic Church—albeit in a weakened state. The Vatican reported that …

From hospital, Pope creates commission to aid cash-strapped Vatican

ROME – Despite his ongoing stay at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital and his precarious health status, Pope Francis has established a commission aimed at boosting donations to the Vatican as it faces a crippling deficit, including a looming crisis in its pension …

Who could be the next pope after Vatican issues health update on Francis

Who will replace Pope Francis is uncertain (Picture: AFP) The Catholic world was thrown into uncertainty earlier this month when Pope Francis was taken to hospital with a respiratory tract infection. Over the following days, the 88-year-old pontiff’s …

Pope Francis was in Vatican finance struggle before hospitalization

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Before he was hospitalized for double pneumonia, Pope Francis was battling firm resistance from some of his own cardinals about how to plug a widening gap in the Vatican's finances. Three days before his hospitalization, …

Pope Francis slept well as his condition improves, the Vatican says

By Crispian Balmer VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Francis, who is being treated in hospital for double pneumonia, slept well overnight and is resting, the Vatican said in a brief statement on Thursday. The 88-year-old pontiff was spending his 14th day in …

Pope Francis slept well and is resting, the Vatican says

An image of Pope Francis is displayed in a shop in Rome on February 26, 2025, as he continues his hospitalization. REUTERS/Claudia Greco VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis, who is being treated in hospital for double pneumonia, slept well overnight and is …

Pope Francis, whose health is improving, 'slept well' – Vatican

Pope Francis waves to the crowd during the weekly general audience at St Peter’s Square in The Vatican on November 13, 2024. FILE PHOTO/Agence France-Presse VATICAN CITY, Holy See — Pope Francis, battling pneumonia in both lungs, slept well and is …