Concerns over Pope Francis' health have mounted in recent years as have questions about his succession. Here's what we know.
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Pope Francis has come down with a serious illness that could potentially force him to resign, but who would succeed him?
The Vatican said Pope Francis remained in critical condition Sunday with blood tests showing early kidney failure.