Pneumonia in both lungs is treatable, but it can be life-threatening in elderly patients like the 88-year-old pontiff.

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Explore the complexities of double pneumonia in Pope Francis and its impact on his health and treatment options.

Vatican authorities said Monday that Pope Francis has a complex infection in his respiratory system and will require more targeted drug treatment. Here's what to know.

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The Vatican says Pope Francis has developed pneumonia in both his lungs, after new tests showed a further complication in the ...

The Vatican says Pope Francis slept peacefully and ate breakfast after developing pneumonia in both his lungs.

Doctors are treating Pope Francis for a “ polymicrobial infection ” of his respiratory tract in what they are describing as a a “complex clinical situation” that will require the pontiff to remain ...