- Pope Francis’ health remains stable as he continues treatment for pneumonia and bronchitis.
- The Vatican reports a gradual improvement, though doctors anticipate a long recovery.
- The 88-year-old pontiff remains hospitalised, marking his longest public absence since his papacy began.
Pope Francis, who has been battling pneumonia and bronchitis for over three weeks, is responding well to treatment, according to the Vatican.
“The Holy Father’s clinical condition has remained stable in recent days, indicating a positive response to treatment,” the Vatican stated, adding that there has been a “gradual, slight improvement.”
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On Saturday morning, the 88-year-old pontiff prayed in the chapel of his papal suite at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he continues to receive care.
He has not been seen in public since his admission on February 14, marking his longest absence from public life since the start of his papacy 12 years ago.
Pope Francis was initially hospitalised due to breathing difficulties and was first treated for bronchitis before doctors diagnosed pneumonia in both lungs.
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His condition is of particular concern due to his medical history—he suffered from pleurisy as a young man, which led to the partial removal of one lung, making him more vulnerable to respiratory infections.
Given his age and health background, doctors anticipate that his recovery will be prolonged.
