Pope Francis’s health is steadily improving, and the Vatican announced on Monday that doctors no longer consider his condition life-threatening. The 88-year-old pontiff, who was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on 14 February with bronchitis that developed into pneumonia, is now showing signs of recovery. Following a series of breathing crises, which sparked global concern, his condition has stabilised, and recent blood tests have shown a positive response to treatment. Doctors have lifted their “reserved prognosis,” though they emphasised that due to the severity of the infection, he will need to continue his treatment in hospital for several more days before he can return to the Vatican.
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Despite this cautious approach, there is growing optimism that Pope Francis could be discharged from the hospital in the coming days. Vatican sources have stated that it is still “too soon” to predict his return to the Santa Marta residence, where he lives within the Vatican. Throughout his stay, the Pope has kept in touch with current events, including the devastating floods in his homeland of Argentina, and has participated in prayers via video link. While his physical condition remains fragile, the Pope has shown resilience and continues to engage in daily therapy and prayers.
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The pontiff’s hospitalisation is the longest and most serious of his papacy, following previous health setbacks, including surgeries for a colon condition and hernia. During this stay, he has missed delivering his weekly Sunday Angelus prayer in person, instead issuing written messages of gratitude for the care he has received. While the Pope has not been seen in public since his hospitalisation, his audio message thanking the faithful for their prayers has been a symbol of hope for many around the world. However, some followers have expressed concern about the length of his recovery process.
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