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Pope John Paul II In Very Grave Condition Amid Sepsis
The Vatican reported John Paul II in very grave condition after blood poisoning from a urinary tract infection. He remained conscious and serene though kidney failure and shortness of breath appeared. the pope declined hospitalization and aides read him the Way of the Cross as he followed the Mass from his bedside. People worldwide prayed, with Masses held in Wadowice, Lagos, and the Philippines, while leaders like President Bush expressed concern and Lech Walesa reflected on his pivotal role in ending communism.
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sub-Saharan Africa
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Rome
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Lech Walesa
Solidarity Movement
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