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Pope Francis hospitalized for lung infection and kidney insufficiency, closely monitored by medical professionals. Updates expected.

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Vatican City – Pope Francis remains in critical condition for a second consecutive day, battling double pneumonia and mild kidney failure, the Vatican

Pope Francis, 88, continues to battle pneumonia and a complex lung infection

The 88-year-old pontiff is still alert, says Vatican in late update, as he continues to battle pneumonia and complex lung infection

Pontiff had reportedly fallen into critical condition, receiving high flows of oxygen and blood transfusions in hospital as he battles complex lung infection

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Pope Francis is fighting pneumonia in both lungs amid fears the infection could spread and cause sepsis