The condition, which entails pneumonia in both lungs, is potentially grave, according to health experts. Pope Francis, who ...

In his early 20s, Pope Francis underwent surgery to remove a part of his lung affected by a severe respiratory infection.

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Here's a look at Pope Francis' health history from a partial lung removal in 1957 to his entering the hospital on Feb. 14.

A hospitalized Pope Francis is receiving prayers for a quick recovery from some Long Island Catholics even as they ...

The Vatican said the pontiff, who is in the hospital with a “respiratory tract infection,” was resting and had eaten ...

The Vatican said Francis’ respiratory infection also involves asthmatic bronchitis, which requires the use of cortisone antibiotic treatment.

Pope Francis has developed pneumonia in both lungs, according to the Vatican, which said that the 88-year-old pontiff’s ...

A follow-up chest CT scan on Tuesday "demonstrated the onset of bilateral pneumonia, which required additional drug therapy," ...