
Pope Francis Says Intestinal Problems Have ‘Returned’ but Insists, ‘I’m in Good Health’
In a wide-ranging interview with The Associated Press, the Pope disclosed more about his diverticulosis and also indicated he has no plans to resign.
In a wide-ranging interview with The Associated Press, the Pope disclosed more about his diverticulosis and also indicated he has no plans to resign.
The Holy Father said he did so when the Vatican secretary of state was Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone.
The appointment of the new medical assistant on Aug. 4 comes days after he told journalists on his return flight from Canada that he may need to slow down a bit due to his health.
The Pope told Reuters he would consider resigning one day if he could no longer run the Church due to poor health, but only ‘God will say’ when that might be.
Here is a CNA timeline charting Pope Francis’ recent health concerns.
Pope Francis, 85, has been suffering from pain in his right knee, causing him to take smaller roles in some liturgies and to remain seated more often.
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