21.   The family gathered Friday when her health worsened.

22.   There have been reports that the ailing pope might consider resigning should his health worsen, although Vatican officials have denied that he has any such plans.

23.   Honduran Cardinal Oscar Andres Rodriguez Maradiaga said in Rome Thursday that the pope has not ruled out the possibility that he may have to resign if his health worsens.

24.   Aides to Zairean President Mobutu Sese Seko on Monday denied suggestions that his health had significantly worsened, saying he was expected to leave hospital soon.

25.   Presidential aides had sought to scotch reports that his health had suddenly worsened.

26.   Pope John Paul II has not ruled out the possibility that he may have to resign if his health worsens, Honduran Cardinal Oscar Andres Rodriguez Maradiaga said Thursday.