Pope Francis: Healthy progress, but the worries remain!

Pope Francis: Healthy progress, but the worries remain!

Gemelli-Krankenhaus, Rom, Italien - The health of Pope Francis has caused great concern. The 88-year-old Pontifex has been located in the Roman Gemelli Hospital since February 14, where he is treated with severe pneumonia. At the weekend he experienced an “extensive” respiratory crisis, as a result he needed oxygen and blood transfusion. Despite the stabilization in the past week, the situation is still critical, as the Vatican announced in an explanation. Francis has spent a quiet night, but rejects breakfast on some days and spends a lot of time in an armchair, which describes so . In addition, the Vatican explained that the treating doctors cannot make forecasts for the course of the disease.

The treating doctors have so far supported Francis with oxygen therapy and light motor exercises. On Sunday, the Pope thanked his medical team in a written message and called on praying for peace in the world. During his stay in the hospital, he partially followed his spiritual tasks via video, since he cannot personally participate in the Roman Curia on the respects. The Vatican has also set the evening prayers for his recovery on St. Peter's Square, which has led to an even greater concern among the believers, so kathpress.at .

The world's worldwide reaction to the Pope's health problems is intense. Numerous people pray for him, and gatherings in front of the hospital have formed in which believers sing and lay down candles. The concern extends to the highest political circles, with explanations of the White House, that US President Donald Trump is also informed about the situation of the Pope. Speculation about a possible resignation was rejected by rankhohen church representatives.