ROME (AP) — Pope Francis ' recovery from double pneumonia continued Wednesday as a chest X-ray confirmed improvement, two days after doctors declared he’s no longer in imminent danger of death. The latest medical bulletin said the pope ’s condition remained stable, but indicated a complex picture considering his overall fragility. The Vatican said the 88-year-old Francis again followed its spiritual retreat remotely, and resumed physical and respiratory therapy after a quiet night. He ... Pope Francis has experienced alarming respiratory crises, leading to a return to noninvasive ventilation amid his ongoing fight against pneumonia. Despite these challenges, the Vatican assures ... This Tuesday evening update on Pope Francis’ health was published by the Holy See Press Office on 25 February 2025. Twice-daily statements have kept the faithful informed as regards the Pope ’s health since he was admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome on Friday, 14 February following a bout of bronchitis. The 88-year-old pontiff is not in "immediate danger of death", but his condition is "fragile" as he battles bronchitis and pneumonia, his doctors say. He has been in Gemelli Hospital since February 14 and could remain there for weeks, while Catholics worldwide wonder about his future.
