'I'm still alive' jokes Pope as he leaves hospital

Pope Francis has joked that he is "still alive" as he left hospital in Rome after a three-day stay.

He was admitted to Gemelli Hospital on Wednesday with breathing difficulties, and later diagnosed with bronchitis.

The Vatican had earlier said the pontiff would be released on Saturday if his latest test results allowed it.

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