Pope Francis's health worsens

Vatican City anxious as health of Pope Francis remains uncertain
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 renal insufficiency.
Pope Francis, in setback, had 'isolated' breathing crisis, Vatican says
Pope Francis, 88, has been in Rome's Gemelli hospital for two weeks, after being admitted with a severe respiratory infection.
Pope Francis Health: Vatican Issues Thursday Morning Update
Despite his hospitalization, the pope has maintained a degree of governance and authorized the appointment of four new bishops.
Daily vigil is held in Vatican City to pray for the pope
Cardinal Baldassare Reina led the daily vigil Thursday in St. Peter’s Square to pray for Pope Francis. The pope continued to improve from double pneumonia, the Vatican said, though doctors said he needs more days of “clinical stability” before they revise their guarded prognosis.
Pope Francis' health stays critical but stable as Vatican starts nightly prayers in St. Peter's Square
The Vatican has set in motion nightly prayers for Pope Francis in the hope that he might recover and get back to leading the Catholic Church.
Pope Francis slept well as his condition improves, the Vatican says
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 Rome's Gemelli hospital after coming down with a severe respiratory infection that triggered various complications.
Prayer for Pope Francis as hundreds gather in Vatican City
Hundreds gather to pray for Pope Francis, who is showing slight improvement in tests Thursday, according to the Vatican.
Pope Francis recovering, Sunday Angelus undecided
According to the Vatican, Pope Francis's condition is no longer critical. He "continues treatment and respiratory physiotherapy." A decision will soon be made whether the Holy Father will appear before the faithful during the Sunday Angelus prayer.
Pope Francis shows more improvement, but prognosis still 'guarded', Vatican says
Pope Francis' health is continuing to improve, the Vatican said on Thursday, offering a cautiously upbeat assessment as the 88-year-old pontiff battles against double pneumonia.
From Vatican City to the Queen City: Buffalo's Catholic community prays for Pope Francis' recovery
From Vatican City to the Queen City, prayers are being said for the recovery of Pope Francis, who is currently in critical but stable condition after being diagnosed with double pneumonia.
Locals hopeful as faithful pray for Pope Francis in St Peter’s Square
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The 88-year-old pope remained conscious and alert at all times and cooperated with the maneuvers to help him recover.
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The Vatican, though, made alternative plans for Ash Wednesday next week, making clear Francis still had a long road ahead.
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