Pope Francis Hospitalized with Respiratory Infection: Promising Signs of Recovery
Pope Francis shows improvement while hospitalized for a respiratory infection, as he continues to rest and engage in light activities.
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Despite his Feb. 6 bronchitis diagnosis, Francis had kept up a frenetic pace of late, packing his days with private and public audiences, while taking on the added obligations of steering the Catholic Church through its Holy Year.
Pope Francis stable, recovering from respiratory infection, Vatican says
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However, there is optimism at the Vatican about the new medical treatment started on Friday immediately after tests established that the pontiff was suffering from an infection of the respiratory tract, according to ANSA.
Pope Francis showing 'some' improvement amid hospitalization for bronchitis, Vatican says
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The pontiff was admitted to the hospital in Rome on Friday for treatment for bronchitis and medical examinations, the Vatican said, the latest in a string of ailments that have raised concerns about the 88-year-old pontiff’s health.
Pope Francis thanks doctors and healthcare workers after ‘quiet’ second night in hospital
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Francis, who had part of one lung removed after a lung infection when he was a young man, has kept up a frenetic pace of late.
Doctors order 'absolute rest' for Pope Francis while he's being treated for a respiratory infection
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Pope has eaten breakfast, read papers after second calm night in hospital for respiratory infection
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It was his fourth hospitalization since his 2013 election and raised questions about his increasingly precarious health.
Pope Is Stable, Followed Mass on Television as he Recovers from Respiratory Infection, Vatican Says
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This weekend, he was supposed to have presided over a Jubilee audience for artists, celebrate Mass for them and then on Monday, meet with them at Rome’s famed Cinecitta film studios.
Doctors order ‘absolute rest’ for Pope Francis while he’s being treated for a respiratory infection
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The Argentine pope was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on Friday after a weeklong bout of bronchitis worsened.
Doctors order 'absolute rest' for Pope Francis due to respiratory infection
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Francis has been suffering with respiratory issues since mid-December.
Pope Francis will remain in hospital as he battles respiratory infection, Vatican says
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It was his fourth hospitalization since his 2013 election and raised questions about his increasingly precarious health.
Pope spends quiet first night in hospital, continues drug therapy and reads papers, Vatican says
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This is the pope's fourth hospitalization since his 2013 election and raised questions about his increasingly precarious health.
Pope Francis slept well as he continues recovery after hospitalization, Vatican says
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The pope is no stranger to health struggles.
Pope Francis will remain in hospital, Vatican says
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Despite his periodic health issues and reduced mobility, Francis has kept up a busy schedule, including foreign travel.
Pope Francis Taken to Hospital for Bronchitis After Struggling to Speak
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Pope Francis was admitted to a hospital in Rome on Friday for tests and bronchitis treatment, and has cancelled upcoming events, the Vatican said.
Pope Francis hospitalized with bronchitis, cancels upcoming appearances
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On Friday, he appeared bloated and pale during the handful of audiences he held before going to the hospital.
Pope Francis Hospitalized With Bronchitis, Undergoes Tests As Holy Year Events Canceled
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Summary
Pope Francis, 88, remains hospitalized at Rome's Gemelli hospital for a respiratory tract infection following a worsening week of bronchitis. The Vatican reports some improvement in his condition; he had a restful night, enjoyed breakfast, read newspapers, engaged in prayer, and received the Eucharist. Despite being stable, doctors have prescribed absolute rest, leading to the cancellation of public events through at least Monday. The pope has a history of respiratory issues and was hospitalized three times prior since his 2013 election, raising ongoing health concerns. The @Pontifex account expressed gratitude for prayers amid his recovery.
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