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Pope Francis hospitalised with bronchitis

Pope Francis hospitalised with bronchitis

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World: Pope Francis has been hospitalized in Rome for medical tests and treatment related to his persistent bronchitis, according to an official Vatican statement.

PopeFrancis was admitted to hospital in Rome on Friday for tests and treatment for ongoing bronchitis, the Vatican announced.

The 88-year-old, who has been breathless in recent days and has delegated officials to read his speeches, was admitted following his morning audiences, it said.

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