The Vatican has issued a fresh statement on the health of Pope Francis, with an update from the doctors attending to himPope Francis, 88, has been hospitalised with severe bronchitis, raising concerns about his ability to continue leading the Catholic Church and prompting discussions about succession The statement hinted at the current state of the ailing pope,

The release of the photo a month into his treatment came after dozens of young people gathered under the pontiff’s windows to offer wishes for a quick recovery.