Pope Francis Shows Gradual Recovery While Continuing Work on Church Reforms

The 88-year-old pontiff remains hospitalized for double pneumonia, with doctors reporting stable but complex health conditions as he approves a three-year reform plan from his hospital suite.

Pope Francis has been hospitalized since February 14 for double pneumonia, with his condition improving but still requiring respiratory and physical therapy.
Doctors confirm the infection is clearing, and the Pope is reducing his reliance on nighttime non-invasive ventilation, though his recovery remains slow and complex due to his age and medical history.
The Vatican has announced less frequent health updates, signaling steady progress, while emphasizing that the Pope still requires hospital-based treatments.
From his hospital suite, the Pope approved a three-year extension of the Synod of Bishops reform process, focusing on inclusivity and modernization within the Catholic Church, with plans extending to 2028.
Well-wishers, including children and global supporters, continue to send messages of encouragement, with the Pope expressing gratitude in written Angelus prayers and personal messages.