Pope Francis is the current leader of the Roman Catholic Church and the Bishop of Rome. He was elected as the 266th pope on March 13, 2013, following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, he is the first pope from the Americas and the Southern Hemisphere. His papacy is noted for its emphasis on humility, social justice, care for the environment, and interfaith dialogue. Pope Francis has made efforts to address issues such as poverty, immigration, and the sexual abuse crisis within the church. He is known for his approachable style, and he frequently communicates with the public through social media and outreach initiatives.
Pope Francis, 88, is battling a serious lung infection diagnosed as a "polymicrobial respiratory tract infection," involving multiple organisms. His medical history includes past lung surgery and pneumonia, complicating his…