Pope Francis had a restful night, the Holy See Press Office said on Wednesday, two days after the Pope's doctors said his prognosis was no longer guarded even if he requires more time in the hospital.
Pope's clinical situation remains stable with doctors confirming slight improvements within a context that nevertheless remains complex.
He continued the high-flow oxygenation therapy throughout the day. Pope also followed the spiritual exercises at the Vatican via video link with the Paul VI Hall, spent time in prayer, and received the Eucharist.
Tuesday marked the 67th anniversary of the Pope's entry into the Society of Jesus. The Pope participated remotely in the spiritual exercises held in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican, where members of the Roman Curia had gathered. They prayed the Rosary for the Pope's healing.
On 12 March more information will be provided by the doctors, who yesterday lifted their guarded prognosis, while still noting the complex clinical condition.
Also today, there will not be a distribution of the General Audience catechesis given that this week the spiritual excercises are taking place.
Pope Francis continues his treatment for pneumonia at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, as people gather outside to pray near the statue of the late Pope John Paul II, offering support during this challenging time.
Pope Francis had inhaled “copious” amounts of mucus in another setback in what has become a more than two-week battle to overcome a complex respiratory infection and pneumonia.
Pope Francis remains hospitalized with double pneumonia, marking his longest stay in the hospital during his nearly 12-year papacy. The Vatican continues to provide daily updates as thousands gather to pray for his recovery.
The Vatican reports that Pope Francis’s scan indicates a “normal evolution” of lung inflammation, while his kidney issue has “resolved.”
Pope Francis remained in critical condition but showed slight improvement in laboratory tests and his mild kidney insufficiency is not a cause for concern. The Vatican announced daily evening prayers for the Holy Father's health in St. Peter's Square.
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A Russian court fined journalist Nadezhda Kevorkova 600,000 roubles for "justifying terrorism" over a Telegram post about the Taliban. Arrested in May 2024, she maintains her innocence.
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