Pope showing 'improvement' as he continues to recover in hospital
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Pope Francis continues to improve in the hospital, Vatican says
The Vatican said that the pope "slept well during the night and is now resting" peacefully on Thursday morning as the pontiff begins his 14th day in hospital.
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Pope Francis' double pneumonia 'improving,' as docs hold off on revising prognosis
Pope Francis continues to recover from double pneumonia, with the Vatican no longer describing his condition as "critical" ...