Pope Francis was hospitalized on Friday to receive treatment for a bout of bronchitis that he has reportedly been dealing with for a week, the Vatican confirmed to Fox News.&nbsp;

The 88-year-old pope is also expected to undergo tests in addition to the treatment, The Associated Press reported.

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<div class="author-bio"><p>Rachel Wolf is a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital and FOX Business.</p></div>

Pope Francis was hospitalized on Friday as he suffers from an ongoing bout of bronchitis, the Vatican tells Fox News. He is also expected to undergo tests during his stay, according to a report.{ai:summary}<p>Pope Francis has been hospitalized for treatment of bronchitis, which he has reportedly been suffering from for a week. The Vatican confirmed the 88-year-old pontiff is expected to undergo tests during his stay. </p><p>This is a developing story. #health</p>

Pope Francis hospitalized for bronchitis treatment, Vatican says

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