The pope suffered an "isolated attack of bronchospasm" which caused vomiting with inhalation, the Vatican said on Friday.

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The Vatican, though, made alternative plans for Ash Wednesday next week, making clear Francis still had a long road ahead.

Pope Francis, 88, has been in Rome's Gemelli hospital for two weeks, after being admitted with a severe respiratory infection.

The Vatican says the "criticality" of Pope Francis health condition "has subsided for the moment," but he's still ...

Pope Francis experienced a bronchial spasm on Friday that caused him to inhale vomit, requiring non-invasive mechanical ventilation, the Vatican announced, marking a setback in his two-week battle ...

Upon the resignation or death of a pope, a group of clergy members known as the College of Cardinals would be called to convene for a conclave to vote on the next one.