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Pope Francis Illness
Pope Francis Update: Pope is improving and increasingly uses less high-flow oxygen

While the Pope’s condition continues to be stable, the Holy See Press Office explains “the doctors have not yet given any indication regarding his discharge from the hospital.” By Vatican News 3/21/2025 3:30 p.m. On Friday evening, the Holy See Press Office released the following update on Pope Francis’ health: …
Cardinal Parolin: no discussion of resignation by Pope Francis

By Victoria Cardiel Vatican City, Mar 19, 2025 / 15:15 pm Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin denied that during his three recent visits to Pope Francis — who has been hospitalized at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital since Feb. 14 — they had discussed the possibility of the pope’s resignation. “No, …
Pope Francis Update: Pope no longer requires mechanical ventilation!

The Holy See Press Office announces that Pope Francis no longer requires mechanical ventilation at night, and has less need of high-flow oxygen therapy during the day. His motor and respiratory physiotheraphy is also making progress. By Vatican News 3/19/2025 2:00 p.m. On Wednesday evening, the Holy See Press Office …
Pope’s clinical condition continues to show slight improvements

The Holy See Press Office reports on the Pope’s health condition, noting slight improvements in his respiratory and motor functions. Vatican News 3/18/2025 3:30 p.m. Last night, Pope Francis did not require mechanical ventilation. This was one of the updates shared by the Holy See Press Office with journalists on …
Pope Francis Update: Pope remains in stable condition, shows gradual improvements from therapies

Pope Francis is using high-flow oxygen therapy less frequently. The swelling in his hand, seen in the photo taken and published yesterday, has already improved. Vatican News 3/17/2025 3:15 p.m. On Monday evening, 17 March, the Holy See Press Office issued the following medical update on Pope Francis who is …
Friday Update: Pope Francis’ condition remains stable as recovery progresses

Given the Holy Father’s stable condition, doctors have not issued a medical bulletin on Friday evening. Noting that this is a “a positive sign” the Holy See Press Office thus informs that medical updates will be less frequent. Vatican News 3/14/2025 4:00 p.m. There are no significant developments in the …
Thursday Update: Pope celebrates 12th anniversary with healthcare staff at Gemelli hospital

Pope Francis celebrates the 12th anniversary of his pontificate with the medical staff of Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, as he continues to follow the annual Spiritual Exercises of the Roman Curia. By Vatican News 3/13/2025 2:30 p.m. The Holy See Press Office updated reporters on the Pope’s condition on Thursday evening, …
Cardinal Koch: ‘Suffering of illness’ a great challenge for aging Pope Francis

By Kristina Millare Vatican City, Mar 12, 2025 / 13:20 pm Cardinal Kurt Koch, prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity, reflected Tuesday on the great challenge of illness and suffering for Pope Francis as he approaches a month’s hospital stay amid a series of health crises. Before leading …
Wednesday Update: Pope rests well overnight, follows Spiritual Exercises amid improvement

Pope Francis had a restful night and is continuing his treatment and physical therapy, the Holy See Press Office said on Wednesday, two days after the Pope’s doctors said his prognosis was no longer guarded even if he requires more time in the hospital. By Vatican News 3/12/2025 8:30 a.m.Pope …
Tuesday Update: Pope Francis shows slight improvements in overall complex medical picture

The Holy See Press Office provides a health update on Pope Francis on Tuesday evening. He continued the high-flow oxygenation therapy throughout the day. He also followed the spiritual exercises at the Vatican via video link with the Paul VI Hall, spent time in prayer, and received the Eucharist. Vatican …