Despite being in critical condition with respiratory and kidney issues, recent reports from the Vatican indicate that Pope Francis’s health has seen marginal improvement, allowing him to continue his duties. The papal health updates come in the wake of his admission to the hospital over a week ago due to severe health complications.
Initially described as critical due to respiratory problems and kidney issues, Vatican officials have stated that a slight kidney problem is no longer concerning. “There have been no instances of asthmatic respiratory crises today, and some laboratory results have shown progress,” noted the Vatican in its evening health bulletin. The 88-year-old Pope has even resumed light work, engaging in reading and signing documents.
Pope Francis has taken time to reach out to others, expressing support for the Parish of Gaza during the conflict, highlighting his continued engagement and compassion despite his condition. While he is undergoing oxygen therapy, the Vatican has opted against disclosing a prognosis as they continue to monitor his health closely.
Current updates indicate that the Pope is now able to eat normally, is not bedridden, and has no fever or apparent signs of sepsis, which had posed a significant risk following his respiratory crisis. The Vatican has also noted that a group of cardinals and clergy have begun nightly prayers for the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica, indicating a rallying of support from the Catholic community during this challenging time.
Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American leader of the Catholic Church, has a history of health issues, including a partial lung removal due to pleurisy in his youth. He previously dealt with bronchitis, underlining a pattern of serious health challenges during his papacy.
Initially described as critical due to respiratory problems and kidney issues, Vatican officials have stated that a slight kidney problem is no longer concerning. “There have been no instances of asthmatic respiratory crises today, and some laboratory results have shown progress,” noted the Vatican in its evening health bulletin. The 88-year-old Pope has even resumed light work, engaging in reading and signing documents.
Pope Francis has taken time to reach out to others, expressing support for the Parish of Gaza during the conflict, highlighting his continued engagement and compassion despite his condition. While he is undergoing oxygen therapy, the Vatican has opted against disclosing a prognosis as they continue to monitor his health closely.
Current updates indicate that the Pope is now able to eat normally, is not bedridden, and has no fever or apparent signs of sepsis, which had posed a significant risk following his respiratory crisis. The Vatican has also noted that a group of cardinals and clergy have begun nightly prayers for the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica, indicating a rallying of support from the Catholic community during this challenging time.
Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American leader of the Catholic Church, has a history of health issues, including a partial lung removal due to pleurisy in his youth. He previously dealt with bronchitis, underlining a pattern of serious health challenges during his papacy.
