Despite the concerns, the statement said that Francis was still alert and out of bed. “The Holy Father continues to be vigilant and spent the day in his armchair even if he was more in pain than ...

VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Doctors said there has been a “slight improvement” in Pope Francis’ condition on Monday (Feb. 24) after ...

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

Pope Francis, hospitalized in critical condition with pneumonia in both lungs, was showing a “slight improvement”, the Vatican said Monday, while cautioning that doctors would not offer a prognosis.

Pope Francis has shown a slight improvement in laboratory tests and has resumed some work including calling parish in Gaza ...