Both viral and bacterial infections can result in fever, but the onset, severity, signs, and management are different.

Pope Francis’ complex respiratory infection isn't life-threatening, but he's not out of danger, his medical team said Friday, ...

Pneumonia in both lungs is treatable, but it can be life-threatening in elderly patients like the 88-year-old pontiff.

Doctors are treating Pope Francis for a “ polymicrobial infection ” of his respiratory tract in what they are describing as a a “complex clinical situation” that will require the pontiff to remain ...

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

Pope Francis is being treated for a “polymicrobial infection” in his respiratory tract, a condition doctors call a “complex clinical situation” requiring hospitalization. The 88-year-old pontiff was ...

Pope Francis, who is spending his fifth day in hospital, will not take part in this weekend's Holy Year events, the Vatican ...

Doctors have changed treatment for Pope Francis' respiratory tract infection to tackle a "complex clinical situation" and he ...

Pope Francis has been diagnosed with a polymicrobial infection in his respiratory tract, requiring changes in his hospital ...

Pope Francis’ complex respiratory infection isn't life-threatening but he's not out of danger, his medical team said Friday, ...

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.