‘Pope Francis Resting Well’ – Vatican Provides Health Update
Despite signs of improvement in his battle with double pneumonia, the Vatican remains cautious, stating that Pope Francis’ prognosis is still guarded as he continues his longest hospital stay
- The Vatican reports a positive shift in Pope Francis' condition
- His mild kidney insufficiency has been successfully treated
- At 14 days, this marks the pope’s longest hospitalization
Pope Francis, currently receiving treatment for double pneumonia, is resting well and has shown signs of improvement, the Vatican reported on Thursday.
A statement released late Wednesday highlighted a “slight further improvement” in the pope’s condition, offering an optimistic outlook. The Vatican also confirmed that his previously reported “mild kidney insufficiency” has been resolved.
Despite these positive developments, the Vatican has not clarified whether the pope remains in critical condition, as he has since Saturday. Officials emphasized that while his health is improving, his prognosis remains “guarded.”
At 88 years old, Pope Francis has now spent 14 days at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, making this the longest hospitalization of his papacy.
