Vatican Statement On Pope

Papal Updates
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VATICAN CITY, APR 1 - At 6:30 this afternoon, Holy See Press Office Director Joaquin Navarro-Valls released the following statement to journalists:
"The general conditions and cardio-respiratory conditions of the Holy Father have further worsened.

"A gradual worsening of arterial hypotension has been noted, and breathing has become shallow.

"The clinical picture indicates cardio-circulatory and renal insufficiency. The biological parameters are notably compromised.

"The Holy Father - with visible participation - entrusts himself to the continual prayers of those assisting him."

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