Pope Francis enters fifth week of hospital treatment for double pneumonia

Pope Francis is in the fifth week of his recovery from double pneumonia in Rome’s Gemelli hospital, but even as he persists in his recuperation, he is fully involved in one of the signature projects of his papacy — a long-term reform to make the Catholic Church more responsive and inclusive. The Vatican assured on […]

Pope Francis rests in hospital as Vatican and Holy Year events continue without him

Pope Francis continues to recover from double pneumonia in Rome’s Gemelli hospital, yet Vatican events and Holy Year celebrations carry on without him. The highlight of the weekend is the homage to volunteers of the Catholic Church. The Vatican reports that the 88-year-old pope is undergoing respiratory and physical therapy and had a quiet night. […]

Argentina holds prayers for Pope Francis

As the health problems faced by Pope Francis unfolded, Argentina’s churches responded with prayer rallies, expressing deeper devotion and fellowship for their beloved compatriot, Jorge Bergoglio. As the nation’s first ever pope, Francis holds a distinct place in most people’s hearts, and the health problems are triggering a sea of sympathy and support from religionists […]

Doctors say the Pope’s condition isn’t life-threatening, but his life remains at risk

Pope Francis’s physicians have reported that he is still not out of danger although his condition is no longer life-threatening. “If you ask if he is out of danger, the answer is no,” said Dr. Sergio Alfieri, chief doctor at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. “But if you ask if his life is in immediate danger, the […]

The Vatican reports that Pope Francis has pneumonia affecting both lungs

Pope Francis was diagnosed with “bilateral pneumonia” and remains under medical treatment at a Roman hospital, the Vatican stated on Tuesday. The health of Pope Francis is complex, with lab tests and X-rays of his chest confirming infection. The Vatican reported that Pope Francis has a “polymicrobial infection” that followed recent bronchitis complicating the treatment. […]

Vatican Reports Improvement in Pope Francis’ Bronchitis During Hospital Stay

Pope Francis spent a “quiet night” in Rome’s Agostino Gemelli Hospital and is on the mend with indications of relief from his bronchitis, the Vatican reported Saturday. Holy See Press Office director Matteo Bruni said the 88-year-old pope “rested well,” had breakfast, and read the newspapers as he checked in with additional medical therapy. While […]