Pope Francis continues to be in a "critical" condition, as confirmed by the Vatican, despite not having experienced any new respiratory emergencies. The Pope, who has required high-flow oxygen therapy and received blood transfusions, has also been facing mild kidney problems, but remains alert and well-oriented. A statement from the Vatican outlined that the pontiff has been hospitalized at Rome's Gemelli Hospital since February 14, following several days of breathing difficulties which initially led to a diagnosis of bronchitis and later pneumonia in both lungs. The Vatican’s update follows a previous announcement indicating a respiratory crisis on Saturday, putting him in a critical state. Earlier on Sunday, Pope Francis issued a heartfelt request for prayers, as he has been unable to deliver the traditional Angelus prayer for two consecutive weeks. Throughout the morning, he was noted to have participated in a Holy Mass with his caregivers. Due to his history of pleurisy and a partial lung removal, the Pope has consistently been vulnerable to pneumonia, an infection affecting the lungs. Throughout his 12-year papacy, he has made several trips to the hospital, including treatment for bronchitis in March 2023. The Pope, hailing from Argentina, is notable for being the first Latin American and the first Jesuit to assume leadership of the Roman Catholic Church.
Pope Francis Remains in Critical Condition Despite No New Respiratory Crises
Pope Francis Remains in Critical Condition Despite No New Respiratory Crises
Vatican urges global prayers as Pope battles pneumonia complications.
Pope Francis is currently in critical condition but is stable enough to engage with caregivers, raising hope among his followers.
Pope Francis continues to be in a "critical" condition, as confirmed by the Vatican, despite not having experienced any new respiratory emergencies. The Pope, who has required high-flow oxygen therapy and received blood transfusions, has also been facing mild kidney problems, but remains alert and well-oriented. A statement from the Vatican outlined that the pontiff has been hospitalized at Rome's Gemelli Hospital since February 14, following several days of breathing difficulties which initially led to a diagnosis of bronchitis and later pneumonia in both lungs. The Vatican’s update follows a previous announcement indicating a respiratory crisis on Saturday, putting him in a critical state. Earlier on Sunday, Pope Francis issued a heartfelt request for prayers, as he has been unable to deliver the traditional Angelus prayer for two consecutive weeks. Throughout the morning, he was noted to have participated in a Holy Mass with his caregivers. Due to his history of pleurisy and a partial lung removal, the Pope has consistently been vulnerable to pneumonia, an infection affecting the lungs. Throughout his 12-year papacy, he has made several trips to the hospital, including treatment for bronchitis in March 2023. The Pope, hailing from Argentina, is notable for being the first Latin American and the first Jesuit to assume leadership of the Roman Catholic Church.
