POPE Francis is the leader of the Catholic Church, a post he has held since March 2013.
He has suffered from a number of medical problems in the past. Here's what we know about him and how he is doing now.
How is Pope Francis doing?
Pope Francis is staying at Gemelli Hospital in Rome receiving treatment for a respiratory infection.
He expressed gratitude for the good wishes he has been sent since being taken ill.
A scheduled television interview he was meant to take part in was cancelled following the discovery of his Illness.
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He took part in his weekly general audience at St. Peter’s square, where he appeared in good spirits.
However, he was seen grimacing as he was helped into his vehicle.
Francis became Pope in March 2013, after Pope Benedict resigned due to ill health.
He was born as Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
He renamed himself Francis when he took the role, continuing a tradition which has lasted since the year 533.
By doing this, it is though that pope's are trying to show what sort of leader that they want to be.
What happened to Pope Francis?
Pope Francis was taken to hospital on March 29, 2023, after suffering respiratory problems.
The Pope was hospitable after struggling with his breathing.
The Vatican have confirmed that the condition suffered by the Pope is not Covid-19.
It has been confirmed that he will spend a few days under observation.
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What condition does Pope Francis have?
Pope Francis has had a long line of health problems.
He had part of his lung removed when he was younger due to a respiratory infection.
Because if this, it is known that he often speaks in a whisper.
In 2021 he had intestinal surgery, as his large intestine had narrowed.
He had the left part of his bowel removed as part of the procedure.
He has suffered with a long term knee condition, which has effected his mobility.
