Pope near death (April 1, 2005)

Pope John Paul II is near death after developing septic shock following a urinary tract infection. In the last few months he has developed various serious illnesses associated with worsening Parkinson's disease. Tonight he remains in a critical condition, and may not live much longer.

Sources

BBC - Pope John Paul II clings to life

BBC - Frail Pope suffers heart failure

CNN - Vatican: Pope's condition 'very grave'

Reuters - Pope Appears Close to Death After Heart Failure

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