The 88-year-old pontiff, who has been battling health problems for years, has begun treatment in a Rome hospital.

Pope Francis was admitted to a hospital in Rome on Friday for tests and bronchitis treatment, and has cancelled upcoming events, the Vatican said.

Pope Francis was admitted to hospital for bronchitis treatment Friday and has canceled all scheduled events for the next ...

Pope Francis was hospitalized on Friday as he suffers from an ongoing bout of bronchitis, the Vatican tells Fox News. He is also expected to undergo tests during his stay, according to a report.

Pope Francis is currently in the hospital as he battles bronchitis and undergoes "necessary tests" and treatments for the condition.

Francis has complained of breathing trouble and was diagnosed with bronchitis Feb. 6, but had continued to hold daily ...

Francis was diagnosed with bronchitis last Thursday, but had continued to hold daily audiences in his Vatican hotel suite.

The 88-year-old pope was hospitalized in the late morning on Feb. 14 following meetings with a number of people, including ...