Pope Francis remains hospitalized with a severe lung infection, but while clear procedures exist for the resignation or death ...

Vatican officials announced on Sunday that Pope Francis is currently suffering from "mild renal insufficiency" amid his ...

Reports of Pope Francis' critical health condition have put global media outlets including CNN, CBS and NBC, in high gear to ...

Pope Francis slept well during his tenth night in hospital in Rome where he is in a critical condition and being treated for ...

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

The Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but not when he is ...

The Vatican announced on Monday that it will hold a rosary for Pope Francis's health in the evening in St. Peter's Square.

The pope has spent nine nights at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, receiving treatment for pneumonia and other health complications.

“Pope Francis is touched by the numerous messages of affection and closeness that he continues to receive in these hours,” ...

Pope Francis, 88, is receiving treatment at Rome's Gemelli Hospital following serious lung problems, fueling conjectures ...

The Holy See Press Office on Monday disclosed that Pope Francis had a restful tenth night at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, where he is ...

Starting this evening, the Cardinals residing in Rome, along with all collaborators of the Roman Curia and the Diocese of ...