Pope Francis is currently hospitalized and undergoing treatment for a respiratory infection, according to Vatican officials. The 88-year-old pontiff was admitted to Rome’s Agostino Gemelli Hospital after experiencing breathing difficulties due to bronchitis.
In recent days, the pope’s condition had improved slightly, with his fever breaking by Saturday morning, Vatican News reported. However, he will remain hospitalized for further treatment and monitoring.
This is not Pope Francis’ first health issue in recent years. He has struggled with multiple health battles, including surgeries in 2021 and 2023, as well as chronic knee issues that have left him using a wheelchair.
The pope’s age has been cited as the cause of his ongoing health struggles, but Vatican officials say he remains mentally alert and is receiving necessary care.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/world/pope-francis-remain-hospital-vatican-says