Vatican provides update on Pope Francis following a sudden decline in his health.
The 88-year-old pope is stable and is undergoing oxygen therapy as he progresses in his recovery.
Pope Francis continues to be in stable condition as he begins his third week at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, according to the Vatican.
The 88-year-old pontiff is alternating between mechanical ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy, but he has not suffered another bronchospasm.
Sources from the Vatican report that his white blood cell count is low, indicating that infections are being managed.
Despite his health situation, the Pope is reportedly in good spirits, able to move, eat, and walk, although he has opted to rest rather than engage in work with his secretaries.
He was first admitted to the hospital on February 14 due to suspected bronchitis, which was later confirmed as bilateral pneumonia affecting both lungs.
Pope Francis has a history of respiratory problems, having had part of his lung removed when he was 21.
Catholics globally have been uniting in prayer for his recovery, including gatherings outside the hospital where he is being treated.
During the National Prayer Breakfast, U.S. Vice President JD Vance commented on the Pope’s health, leading a prayer and acknowledging that although the Pope and the Trump administration have had their differences, millions of Catholics in the U.S. are praying for his health and well-being.
The 88-year-old pontiff is alternating between mechanical ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy, but he has not suffered another bronchospasm.
Sources from the Vatican report that his white blood cell count is low, indicating that infections are being managed.
Despite his health situation, the Pope is reportedly in good spirits, able to move, eat, and walk, although he has opted to rest rather than engage in work with his secretaries.
He was first admitted to the hospital on February 14 due to suspected bronchitis, which was later confirmed as bilateral pneumonia affecting both lungs.
Pope Francis has a history of respiratory problems, having had part of his lung removed when he was 21.
Catholics globally have been uniting in prayer for his recovery, including gatherings outside the hospital where he is being treated.
During the National Prayer Breakfast, U.S. Vice President JD Vance commented on the Pope’s health, leading a prayer and acknowledging that although the Pope and the Trump administration have had their differences, millions of Catholics in the U.S. are praying for his health and well-being.
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