Pope Francis: Stable state of health and tireless spirit!

Pope Francis: Stable state of health and tireless spirit!

Gemelli-Krankenhaus, Rom, Italien - Pope's health of Pope Francis remains critical, but stable. According to the current announcement of the Vatican, the 88-year-old slept well last night. It receives outpatient oxygen therapy in the Roman Gemelli Hospital and has no mechanical ventilation. While the Pope suffers from respiratory diseases, the Vatican press office emphasized that the forecast of the doctors remains careful. Francis has been treated since February 14th, originally because of bronchitis, later a pneumonia and complex infections that have already led to two acute respiratory crises were diagnosed last Friday. People on St. Peter's Square pray the rosary for the recovery of the Pope every day, such as Kathpress reported .

cautious improvements in therapy

On Thursday, the Vatican press office confirmed that Francis continues to progress. In his private apartment he received the Eucharist and also took up his work after breathing physiotherapy. The Pope changes between high-flow oxygen therapy and the Venturi mask. Despite the progress, the overall clinical picture remains complex and further days of stability are necessary, as can be seen from the health bulletin of the Gemelli Clinic. However, participation in public appearances remains. Only written messages refer to Francis to the believers, while people on St. Peter's Square continue to pray for his health. Since February 24, prayer has been offered daily at 9 p.m., which can also be followed via Livestream, such as Vatican? reported .