Pope Francis's Health Declines, Remains in Critical Condition
Pope Francis is hospitalized with pneumonia and facing severe respiratory issues, requiring blood transfusions and high-flow oxygen at a Roman hospital.
The latest news will worry Catholics worldwide, who are following news of the Pope's condition closely.
Pope Francis 'remains critical' in Rome hospital, says Vatican
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Pope Francis remains in critical condition as of Feb. 22, as he continues to battle with a complex respiratory illness.
Pope Francis Remains in Critical Condition Following Prolonged ‘Respiratory Crisis,’ Vatican Says
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Pope Francis is in critical condition due to an asthma-like respiratory crisis requiring high-flow oxygen and blood transfusions.
Pope Francis in critical condition with asthma-like respiratory crisis
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Francis’ condition on Saturday came as somewhat of a surprise after the Vatican released a statement on Wednesday saying the pope was in stable condition and had shown “a slight improvement.”
Vatican says Pope Francis is in critical condition
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Pope Francis’s health has deteriorated over the past 24 four hours, the Vatican said, adding that the pontiff had suffered a “prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis” and needed blood transfusions.
Pope in critical condition after suffering respiratory crisis: Vatican
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Pope Francis was in critical condition on Saturday after he suffered a prolonged asthmatic respiratory crisis while being treated for pneumonia and a complex lung infection, the Vatican said.
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Beyond that, doctors have said Francis' recovery will take time and that regardless he will still have to live with his chronic respiratory problems back at the Vatican.
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Doctors have said Francis’ condition is touch-and-go and that he is by no means out of danger.
Pope Francis is in critical condition after long respiratory crisis, requiring oxygen at high flow
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It has been a rough start to the year for Francis.
Pope Francis in critical condition after respiratory crisis, undergoes blood transfusions
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He also noted that, given Francis’ medical history, it is "very, very likely" that he would get pneumonia.
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Francis has had several bouts with illness and visits to the Gemelli hospital in recent years, including flu-like symptoms at this time last year, bronchitis in March 2023 and abdominal surgery in June 2023 to repair a hernia that kept him in the hospital nine days.
Pope Francis in critical condition after a 'respiratory crisis,' Vatican says
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Doctors have said Francis' condition is touch-and-go, given his age, fragility and pre-existing lung disease.
Pope Francis Health: Vatican Says He's In Critical Condition
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The pope remains fully conscious, alert, eating and working.
Pope Francis Is In Critical Condition After Long Respiratory Crisis
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Summary
Pope Francis, 88, remains in critical condition after suffering a prolonged respiratory crisis and pneumonia, leading to blood transfusions and high-flow oxygen treatment. Although he remains alert, his prognosis is guarded, with concerns about potential sepsis complicating his recovery. The Vatican is addressing rumors of a possible resignation but emphasizes the pope's ongoing need for prayers and support during this challenging time. As the Holy Year celebrations continue without him, the church community expresses deep concern for his well-being.
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