Pope critical but showing 'slight improvement': Vatican

Pope Francis, 88, remains in critical condition at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital but has shown slight improvement, the Vatican confirmed. The pontiff, suffering from double pneumonia and chronic bronchitis, continues oxygen therapy. Doctors warn of sepsis risks, but recent tests show some improvement. Amid speculation over resignation, Francis resumed limited work and thanked people worldwide for prayers. #PopeFrancis #Vatican #PopeHealth #Rome #CatholicChurch #Pontiff #GemelliHospital #PopeInHospital #Pneumonia #SepsisRisk #HolySee #FrancisHealth #PrayForPope #PopeResignation #PopeMedicalUpdate #Christianity #PapalNews #VaticanCity #Faith #CatholicWorld ~HT.318~GR.125~

Pope Francis has demonstrated an initial, mild insufficiency in kidney function, as per a Vatican update. He remains alert and is receiving high-flow oxygen...