Latest news about Pope Francis' health
Pope Francis has faced numerous health challenges in recent years, and yet still has maintained a busy schedule of meetings, Masses, and travel since 2020.
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Vatican says Pope Francis shows ‘slight improvement’ on 11th day in hospital
The 88-year-old pontiff is still receiving oxygen therapy through his nose, though at a slightly reduced flow and concentration, according... Read more
Pope Francis ‘alert and well oriented,’ participates in Mass at hospital
The statement also said the Holy Father “continues to be alert and well oriented” and is still receiving oxygen therapy... Read more
Pope Francis is ‘fragile and not out of danger,’ doctors say
“The pope is not a quitter,” the Holy Father’s physician told journalists toward the end of a Friday press conference... Read more
Friend of Francis: Pope’s health situation is ‘delicate’ but not cause for alarm
“Francis is an 88-year-old man who has had a serious problem but who is now undergoing treatment. It’s not a... Read more
Archbishop Paglia denounces alarmism, ‘morbid atmosphere’ surrounding pope’s health
Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, president of the Pontifical Academy for Life, pointed out that concern for the Holy Father’s health “must... Read more
Pope Francis ‘peaceful’ after first night in Rome hospital
“Medical assessments and necessary treatments are continuing,” after Pope Francis had a “peaceful night” and read several newspapers Saturday morning. Read more
Pope Francis’ health: Here’s a timeline of his medical issues in recent years
The pope, who turned 88 in December, has faced a few health challenges in recent months, including hospitalization for bronchitis. Read more
Vatican: Pope Francis suffers bruised arm from fall
Pope Francis’ arm, tied up in a white sling, was visible in photos taken on the morning of Jan. 16... Read more
Pope Francis cancels meetings for ‘mild flu-like condition’
The Vatican shared written copies of Pope Francis’ messages on AI and Christmas, as meetings with the 87-year-old pope were... Read more
Pope Francis spotted visiting Rome optometrist
The pope went to the eyewear store to change out the lenses of his glasses after having difficulty reading his... Read more
Pope Francis on Palm Sunday: Jesus entered Jerusalem as a humble king
Pope Francis chose not to read the homily prepared for Palm Sunday Mass at the last minute without explanation. Read more
Pope Francis visits the hospital: his health issues through the years
Pope Francis has faced numerous health challenges in recent years and yet still has maintained a busy schedule of meetings,... Read more
Pope Francis, weakened by ‘a bit of a cold,’ has aide read reflection before hospital visit
The pope did not walk to his chair in the Paul VI Audience Hall on Wednesday as he normally does. Read more
Pope Francis visits hospital for diagnostic tests after Wednesday audience
“Dear brothers and sisters, I still have a bit of a cold,” Pope Francis said in a soft-spoken voice on... Read more
Pope Francis, recovering from ‘mild flu,’ renews call for peace in Ukraine
Pope Francis appeared in good form during his Angelus address, marking the the Ukraine war’s second anniversary and reflecting on... Read more
Pope Francis cancels Saturday audiences due to a mild flu, Vatican says
The cancellation comes after Pope Francis concluded a five-day Lenten retreat at his Vatican residence. Read more
Cardinal Parolin will represent Pope Francis at climate conference
The pope was advised by his doctors earlier this week not to travel to Dubai due to a bronchial infection. Read more
Pope Francis says he has ‘very acute infectious bronchitis’
“As you can see, I am alive,” Pope Francis quipped as he met participants in a health care ethics seminar... Read more
Vatican: Pope’s health ‘stable’; treatment continues as lung inflammation remains
The Vatican on Wednesday said Pope Francis’ health was stable as the Holy Father continues to receive treatment for ongoing... Read more
Pope Francis: Technological focus on efficiency dehumanizes today’s society
The desire for efficiency “absorbs the uniqueness of each into a bubble of uniformity,” Pope Francis warned. Read more
