Vatican News
Archbishop: Pope’s Convalescence is Reminder Everyone Deserves Proper Care
Pope Francis' extended hospitalization and care is a reminder that every human being, especially the frail or elderly, must be given proper care, said Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, president of the Pontifical Academy for Life.
Pope, from Hospital, Writes About ‘Blessing’ Hidden in Frailty
Pope Francis' condition remained "stable" March 2, and he "did not require non-invasive mechanical ventilation, but only high-flow oxygen therapy," the Vatican said in its evening medical bulletin.
Day After Breathing Crisis, Pope’s Condition is Stable
Pope Francis remained in stable condition and did not suffer another respiratory episode a day after having "an isolated crisis of bronchospasm" that worsened his previously improving medical condition, the Vatican said.
Pope’s Condition Worsened After Inhaling Vomit, on Stronger Ventilation
After experiencing progressive improvement the past few days, Pope Francis experienced "an isolated crisis of bronchospasm" which led to coughing and "vomiting with inhalation," which worsened his respiratory condition, the Vatican said.
Fatima Statue to Visit Rome for Jubilee of Marian Spirituality
The original statue of Our Lady of Fatima will make a rare journey from its shrine in Portugal to Rome in October 2025 for a Jubilee celebration of Marian spirituality.
Pope Continues to Improve, is Doing Respiratory Therapy
Pope Francis' clinical condition continued to improve Feb. 27, the Vatican said, and he had respiratory physiotherapy in the morning and the afternoon.
Pope’s Condition Shows ‘Further Slight Improvement’
Pope Francis' condition showed "further slight improvement" in the previous 24 hours, the Vatican said in its evening medical bulletin Feb. 26.
This Lent, Compare Your Life to a Migrant’s, Pope Says
Pope Francis urged Christians to examine their consciences in Lent by comparing their daily lives to the hardships faced by migrants, calling it a way to grow in empathy and discover God's call to compassion.
Faithful Unite in St. Peter’s Square Praying for Pope’s Health
A light drizzle finally let up as hundreds of faithful headed to St. Peter's Square to pray the rosary for Pope Francis on the 11th day of his hospitalization for double pneumonia.
While Still in Critical Condition, Pope is Showing Slight Improvement
Pope Francis' condition has shown a slight improvement, which, however, is still critical, the Vatican said.