The 88-year-old pontiff suffered a “prolonged asthmatic crisis” and low platelets, the Vatican said, but was alert and ...

In light of Pope Francis’ latest diagnosis, Dr. Leana Wen explains why older adults are especially at risk for serious disease due to respiratory infections.

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Some encouraging signs tonight about Pope Francis's condition. The Vatican saying that there's been some slight improvement, ...

Doctors attending Pope Francis said the pontiff would likely remain hospitalized for at least another week, seeking to ...