Vatican

Pope thanks doctors who saved his life

The 88-year-old pontiff is gradually making more public appearances as he recovers from the biggest health crisis in his 12 years in the role

Pope remains out of public view

Pope Francis returns to Vatican

Francis, 88, makes first public appearance since February 14 after he had double pneumonia and other complications

Pope returns to Vatican

Though he returns from hospital, his doctors say it will still take a lot of time for his ageing body to heal fully

Pope Francis must relearn to speak after oxygen therapy

the Vatican says the pope's condition remains stable with "minor improvements in breathing and mobility", dismissing speculation that the pontiff would retire

Vatican releases first photo of Pope Francis in hospital

The pope was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14 with a severe respiratory infection that has required evolving treatment

Pope remains stable: Vatican

He has been receiving oxygen throughout his stay in hospital

Pope showing improvement: Vatican

He has been in Rome's Gemelli hospital for more than three weeks