Pope Francis was conscious but still receiving high flows of supplemental oxygen Sunday following a respiratory crisis and blood transfusions, as he remains in ...

The pontiff's condition “remains critical,” the Holy See Press Office says in a statement issued Sunday evening.

"The thrombocytopenia remains stable; however, some blood tests show early, mild renal insufficiency, which is currently ...

Pope Francis's blood tests also indicated "an initial, slight renal insufficiency, which is currently under control," the Vatican statement said.

The Pope is resting in hospital after a "tranquil" night, the Vatican says, as he thanks doctors and supporters in a written ...

Vatican officials announced on Sunday that Pope Francis is currently suffering from mild renal insufficiency, also known as ...

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The update comes after the Pope released a message thanking people for their affection and asking for prayers.

The Vatican did not provide further details about the condition of the pope, who has been in the hospital for more than a week.

Francis, 88, is in critical condition at a Rome hospital with a complex lung infection. The Vatican said he was "alert and ...

Pope Francis remains in a critical condition a day after suffering a respiratory crisis. The 88-year-old, who is suffering ...