The press office for the Vatican said Sunday that Pope Francis was able to rest overnight as he slowly recovers from double ...

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

Pope Francis was conscious but still receiving high flows of supplemental oxygen Sunday following a respiratory crisis and ...

Vatican officials announced on Sunday that Pope Francis is currently suffering from mild renal insufficiency, also known as kidney failure, amid his treatment for bilateral pneumonia.

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

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

Pope Francis remains in critical condition battling pneumonia and kidney failure, receiving prayers from around the world.

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

Head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, is still in critical condition with blood tests showing mild signs of kidney failure.

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