With the Pope falling ill at 88, we take a look a three conditions that can be serious for the elderly and how to treat them ...

In light of Pope Francis’ pneumonia diagnosis, Dr. Leana Wen explains why older adults are especially at risk for serious ...

Vatican reports Pope Francis showing improvement after week-long hospitalization for pneumonia and respiratory infection.

Cough is a common feature of several respiratory ailments and bronchitis and pneumonia are no exception It can get confusing ...

Vatican authorities said Monday that Pope Francis has a complex infection in his respiratory system and will require more targeted drug treatment. Here's what to know.

ROME — Pope Francis was hospitalized Friday after a weeklong bout of bronchitis worsened and was receiving drug therapy for a ...

Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital in a “fair” condition on Friday after a weeklong bout of bronchitis worsened.

Whether it's difficulty breathing, persistent chest pain, or confusion, knowing when to seek help is crucial. Here are the ...

Pope Francis was hospitalized Friday for the fourth time since being elected in 2013, after he was diagnosed with bronchitis last week. Francis had part of one lung removed as a young man and has ...

The head of Vatican City had been unwell for a while now, suffering from bronchitis, whose symptoms are more complicated in ...