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Pope Francis is in critical condition but alert, Vatican says
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Pope Francis remains in critical condition, Vatican says
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Pope's condition has slightly improved, Vatican says
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Pope Francis showing slight improvement, Vatican says
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Pope Francis remains in critical condition, Vatican says
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Pope Francis shows 'slight improvement,' Vatican says
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Pope Francis had peaceful night, Vatican says
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Pope is 'stable' after breathing crisis, Vatican says
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