Pope Francis Hospitalized with Severe Respiratory Infection
Published on February 18, 2025 at 8:35 AM by Evance Kapito
Pope Francis has been hospitalized at Gemelli Hospital in Rome due to a serious respiratory tract infection, the Vatican has confirmed. The 88-year-old Pontiff’s condition has been described as “complex,” requiring an extended hospital stay, though no specific timeline has been given for his release.
Pope Francis, the 88-year-old head of the Catholic Church, is currently hospitalized at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital due to a complex respiratory tract infection. The Vatican has described his condition as a “complex clinical situation” requiring an extended hospital stay. Recent tests have identified a polymicrobial infection, indicating the presence of multiple microorganisms, which has necessitated adjustments to his treatment regimen.
Despite his hospitalization, Pope Francis remains in stable condition without a fever. He has been able to engage in routine activities such as eating breakfast, reading newspapers, and performing some work from his hospital bed. The Vatican has canceled his upcoming general audience scheduled for Wednesday, and all other appointments have been postponed until further notice.
Throughout his life, Pope Francis has faced various health challenges, including the removal of part of a lung during his youth, episodes of bronchitis, and recent falls resulting in injuries. His current hospitalization has prompted global prayers and well-wishes for his swift recovery
Pope Francis, the 88-year-old head of the Catholic Church, is currently hospitalized at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital due to a complex respiratory tract infection. The Vatican has described his condition as a “complex clinical situation” requiring an extended hospital stay. Recent tests have identified a polymicrobial infection, indicating the presence of multiple microorganisms, which has necessitated adjustments to his treatment regimen.
his youth, episodes of bronchitis, and recent falls resulting in injuries. His current hospitalization has prompted global prayers and well-wishes for his swift recovery.
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