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Pope Francis March 25

Pope Francis' doctors considered ending treatment, said 'there was a real risk he might not make it': report

Doctors taking care of Pope Francis weighed ending their treatment at one point as there “was a risk that he would not make it," a report said.

Pope Francis March 23

Pope Francis makes 1st public appearance in five weeks, returns to the Vatican

Pope Francis made his first public appearance from Rome's Gemelli Hospital, where he was discharged after a five-week stay for life threatening pneumonia.

Pope Francis March 22

Pope Francis set to be discharged from hospital on Sunday: doctors

A doctor at a hospital in Rome where Pope Francis has been treated for "acute respiratory failure" said Saturday the Holy Father will be discharged on Sunday.

Vatican News & Updates March 19

Pope Francis no longer dependent on mechanical breathing assistance as condition improves: Vatican

Pope Francis's medical condition is continuing to improve, according to the Vatican, with the 88-year-old pontiff no longer relying on mechanical help to breathe at night.

Pope Francis March 13

Pope Francis is stable and showing improvements but will remain hospitalized

Pope Francis' health has taken a turn for the better this week as he continues to show improvement following a Monday update that listed him as “out of danger from death."

VIDEO March 11

Vatican says Pope Francis is 'out of danger of death'

Fox News national correspondent Jeff Paul provides an update on the health of Pope Francis as his condition continues to improve. 

VIDEO March 10

Pope Francis showing 'signs of improvement' as hospitalization continues

Fox News national correspondent Jeff Paul provides an update on the condition of Pope Francis on 'Fox & Friends.'

VIDEO March 9

Pope Francis' condition 'improving,' Vatican says

Fox News national correspondent Jeff Paul joins 'Fox News Live' to provide an update on Pope Francis' condition.

Pope Francis March 8

Pope Francis shows 'slight improvement' during fourth week in hospital, Vatican says

Pope Francis has apparently shown "slight improvement" and is responding will to oxygen therapy, the Vatican said on Saturday. This is the pope's fourth week at Rome's Gemelli Hospital.

Pope Francis March 7

Pope Francis still receiving oxygen therapy, will not read Sunday prayers: Vatican

Pope Francis is still receiving oxygen therapy and will not be able to read Sunday prayers, according to the Vatican. The pontiff is now entering his fourth week in Rome's Gemelli Hospital.

Pope Francis March 6

Pope Francis shares first audio message since hospitalization: 'May God bless you'

Pope Francis was heard for the first time since being hospitalized for double pneumonia in a recorded message that was played in St. Peter's Square. He thanked his supporters.

Pope Francis March 4

Pope Francis to resume mechanical ventilation as his condition remains stable, Vatican says

Pope Francis will resume "non-invasive mechanical ventilation" Tuesday despite his condition remaining stable, the Vatican announced in an evening update.

Pope Francis March 3

Pope Francis suffers 2 acute respiratory crises, Vatican says

Pope Francis suffered two episodes of acute respiratory distress Monday as his prognosis remains "guarded" while at a hospital in Rome, the Vatican announced.

Vatican March 2

Pope Francis believes 'papacy is for life,' says historian-biographer

Reporting from Rome, Fox News' Lauren Green writes that papal historian Austen Ivereigh is trying to dispel rumors that Pope Francis might resign amid his current health crisis.

Pope Francis March 2

Pope Francis off mechanical ventilator, has no fever or signs of infection: Vatican

Pope Francis is “still resting following a peaceful night" as he continues his recovery from double pneumonia, the Vatican confirmed early Sunday.

Pope Francis February 28

Pope suffers breathing crisis amid pneumonia battle, Vatican says

Following the episode, the pope began non-invasive ventilation and was responding well, according to the Vatican.

Pope Francis February 28

Pope Francis' condition improving but will remain 'guarded' until he is stable for several days: Vatican

Pope Francis is improving after spending the past two weeks hospitalized with double pneumonia, but the Vatican said his prognosis is "guarded" until he's stable for a few more days.

Pope Francis February 27

Pope Francis' condition continues to improve as he receives oxygen therapy: Vatican

Pope Francis' condition is improving as he undergoes high-flow oxygen therapy, the Vatican said in a statement. The 88-year-old pontiff has been hospitalized for nearly two weeks.

Pope Francis February 27

Pope Francis' slight kidney insufficiency has receded as he battles pneumonia, Vatican says

Pope Francis slept well and was resting Thursday morning as his doctors say the 88-year-old pontiff has shown further slight improvement.

World February 26

Pope Francis continues to improve, but 'mild renal failure' returns: Vatican

The Vatican unveiled the results of Pope Francis' CT scan on Wednesday.

Pope Francis February 24

Pope Francis' health shows 'slight improvement' as he has 'resumed work,' Vatican says

Pope Francis' health showed a “slight improvement" Monday as he “resumed work" at the hospital and called a priest at a parish in Gaza, the Vatican said.

VIDEO February 23

Pope Francis posts on social media, writes he's thankful for 'messages of affection,' prayers

Fox News' Jeff Paul reports on the latest updates from the Vatican regarding Pope Francis' health condition.

Pope Francis February 23

Pope Francis shares written message while continuing hospitalization

Pope Francis purportedly shared a written message from his hospital bed while remaining in critical condition and continuing treatment in Rome.

Pope Francis February 22

Pope Francis in critical condition, Vatican says

Pope Francis suffered an asthmatic respiratory crisis that required oxygen, the Associated Press reported. The 88-year-old pope has been hospitalized for over a week.

Pope Francis February 21

Pope Francis is 'fine,' condition not life-threatening, doctors say

Pope Francis "is fine" as his medical condition is not life-threatening, but he is not being released from the hospital yet, this doctors in Italy announced.

Pope Francis February 20

Pope Francis got out of bed to eat breakfast on 7th day in hospital: Vatican

Pope Francis, who has been hospitalized since Feb. 14, apparently got out of bed for breakfast and is showing "slight improvement" in his medical tests, according to Vatican News.

Pope Francis February 19

Pope Francis’ medical condition: What to know about bilateral pneumonia

Following Pope Francis’ diagnosis of bilateral pneumonia, respiratory doctors are speaking about the condition. The Vatican announced the Catholic leader’s diagnosis this week.

Pope Francis February 15

Pope Francis will remain in hospital, Vatican says

Pope Francis will remain in the hospital for treatment, the Vatican said. He was admitted on Friday after holding audiences due to respiratory issues.

Pope Francis February 14

Pope Francis hospitalized for bronchitis treatment, Vatican says

Pope Francis was hospitalized on Friday as he suffers from an ongoing bout of bronchitis, the Vatican tells Fox News. He is also expected to undergo tests during his stay, according to a report.

Pope Francis January 16

Pope Francis injured as Vatican confirms 2nd fall in matter of weeks

Pope Francis fell for the second time in six weeks on Thursday, injuring his right arm and requiring a sling, the Vatican says.