The pope has faced several health challenges in recent years, including knee problems requiring a wheelchair, respiratory infections, and a fall resulting in a forearm contusion.

Pope Francis is suffering from bronchitis but plans to maintain his scheduled appointments in the coming days, the Vatican said on Thursday. The pope, who told pilgrims at his general audience on Wednesday that he was suffering from a "strong cold",

Pope Francis, despite suffering from bronchitis, continues his duties and receives guests at the Domus Sanctae Marthae. The Vatican provided an update on his health on Thursday. Pope Francis, who is dealing with bronchitis,

Pope Francis, despite suffering from bronchitis, intends to carry on with his planned appointments, according to a statement from the Vatican on Thursday. The pope, who disclosed to pilgrims during his general audience on Wednesday that he was battling a "strong cold",