Pope Francis' condition has worsened and he is 'suffering more' as the Vatican reveals that the pontiff suffered a 'prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis' this morning.

The Vatican said the 88-year-old is "more unwell than yesterday" and had received blood transfusions.

He has been in hospital for more than a week being treated for double pneumonia and chronic bronchitis.

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The Vatican said the 88-year-old is 'more unwell than yesterday' and had received blood transfusions{ai:summary}Pope Francis' health has declined, with the Vatican reporting he is experiencing a "prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis." The 88-year-old pontiff has been hospitalized for over a week due to double pneumonia and chronic bronchitis and has received blood transfusions.His condition is described as "more unwell than yesterday." #health

Pope Francis 'suffering more' as Vatican admits pontiff in 'critical condition'

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