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Pope Francis, Emeritus Pope Benedict Among Group Given Third Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine

During Pope Francis’ news conference aboard the papal plane returning from his apostolic visit to Slovakia in mid-September, he seemed puzzled by the wave of skepticism surrounding vaccinations, which he noted have helped humanity overcome measles and polio.

He also mentioned that some cardinals and a small group inside Vatican City remain unvaccinated and that the Vatican was “studying ways to help” such people who are still hesitant. Soon after, on Sept. 21, the Vatican issued a “green pass” mandate for people wishing to enter the Catholic city-state, using the Italian system requiring proof of vaccination, a recent negative COVID-19 test result or documentation proving recovery from the disease.

Three members of the Swiss Guard, the colorfully clad corps who swear fealty to the popes, resigned in early October rather than be vaccinated against COVID-19.

This article originally appeared here.